Automotive Industry Application Engineer

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7 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Beckhoff Automation is seeking a technically motivated, customer-centric Automotive Industry Application Engineer to help shape the future of automation in the North American. In this high-impact role, you will serve as a trusted technical partner to our automotive customers, enabling their success with cutting-edge automation, control, and end-of-line test solutions.

Working closely with our Automotive Industry Manager and global stakeholders, you’ll play a key role in executing our go-to-market strategy, driving the adoption of Beckhoff technologies, and contributing to growth across leading OEMs and Tier suppliers. This position blends deep technical engagement with strategic industry focus in one of Beckhoff’s most dynamic verticals.

The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of engineering and customer interaction, is energized by solving complex challenges, and is motivated to advance Beckhoff’s reputation as an innovation leader in automotive automation.

• Support customers on how to produce automotive parts and products faster with PC-based control and how to intelligently select from Beckhoff motion libraries
• Assist and guide customers in machine programming, integration and testing
• Write control and machine specifications
• Provide dimensions and specifications of relevant Beckhoff products for machine mechanics and electronics
• Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options to implement creative Beckhoff solutions
• Technical development of application specific control and test concepts e.g. eMotor, Battery cell/module/pack, component assembly, etc
• Development of TwinCAT application examples, demonstrations, and Proof of Concepts to build credibility and confidence in Beckhoff products and solutions
• Identify metrics or indicators of system performance and the actions required to improve or correct performance in relation to the system's objectives
• Drive technical discovery and technical presentations in the USA

• Internal communication with Beckhoff colleagues on new industry standards, market trends, etc
• Implement new products, test for digital manufacturing applications, and create demos for customers
• Interact with Sales and Application Engineers to understand the needs and progress of customer projects
• Communicate with industry and engineering professionals outside of Beckhoff, e.g. customer presentations
• Participate in industry trade shows, events and organizations
• Train and instruct customers and industry professionals on Beckhoff products

• Accelerate the growth, presence and awareness of Beckhoff in the automotive industry
• Support local and global machine OEMs and System Integrators to drive the adoption of Beckhoff Automation products at automotive end-users

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs. Other duties as assigned.

• Technical Ownership: Serve as a trusted advisor in deploying advanced automation and control solutions
• Customer Impact: Drive results by solving complex challenges for leading automotive manufacturers
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work at the intersection of engineering, product, and sales teams
• Industry Focus: Contribute to strategic growth in one of Beckhoff’s most dynamic verticals
• Autonomy with Support: Operate independently while backed by a global team of experts

• Technically fluent engineer with at least 10 years’ experience architecting and applying automation systems and industrial controls
• Extensive experience in automotive production environments and manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with or enthusiasm for emerging…