Automation Specialist

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Automation Specialist

MFCP – Motion & Flow Control Products, Inc. is the largest Parker Hannifin distributor and a leader in motion and flow control solutions, offering cutting‑edge systems for automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, aerospace, and more.

With over 55 locations across the Western U.S., MFCP is rapidly expanding and specializes in system design, fabrication, and tailored solutions, including fluid power repair, precision hose and tube assemblies, and custom OEM sub‑assemblies.

Reporting to the Automation Technology Manager, the Automation Specialist is a solutions‑sales support resource responsible for delivering automation components and systems (electrical, controls, pneumatic, mechanical/electro‑mechanical hardware). The Specialist analyzes customer requirements, develops tailored solutions, and facilitates communication between customers, vendors, and MFCP engineering to ensure project success.

• Proactively increase sales of Automation products such as PLCs, motion control units, pneumatics, VFDs, sensors, etc., across assigned districts/branches.
• Interpret customer and sales information to establish explicit project scopes and work definitions.
• Gather critical information to ensure MFCP delivers profitable engineered system solutions.
• Act as an engineering liaison, showcasing engineered system capabilities to internal and external clients.
• Engage with customers to support engineered system design and maintain high satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as the primary customer contact for hydraulic product and solution offerings where no dedicated manager exists.
• Collaborate with other MFCP departments (accounting, shipping, contracts, etc.) to facilitate smooth project execution.
• Lead or provide expert assistance with installation, startup, and troubleshooting of engineered systems, including potential third‑party systems.
• Leverage and promote the full range of MFCP and vendor partner capabilities to deliver comprehensive solutions.

• Self‑motivation, persistence, and reliability.
• Strong leadership and proactive project management skills.
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality systems that exceed customer expectations.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication: written reports, business correspondence, and verbal presentations to diverse audiences.
• High adaptability, energy, and ability to manage changing priorities.
• Professionalism and personable interpersonal skills.

• Proven experience selling automation systems (control panels, electromechanical assemblies, pneumatic assemblies, and MFCP build‑center solutions). Ten years of field experience preferred, with a minimum of five years.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Working knowledge of P21 ERP and Tour De Force.

• Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid driver's license.

Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive. Requires frequent lifting up to 75 pounds, stooping, reaching above shoulder level, pushing, pulling, and constant walking/standing on cement flooring. Work environment may vary (warehouse, office, manufacturing, machine shops, railways, etc.). Reasonable accommodations available for employees with disabilities.

110-130K annually, DOE.

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Investment Plan, Life Insurance, Paid holidays, vacation, sick time.

Applicants are subject to pre‑employment criminal background, drug screen, DMV record review, and possible reference checks.

Mid‑Senior Level.

Contract.

Engineering and Information Technology.