Advanced Application Engineer

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US

3 days ago Requisition

Beckhoff Automation is seeking an ambitious and skilled Application Development Engineer to support the development and delivery of cutting‑edge automation solutions for our customers. As a member of the Advanced Applications Group, you will help shape Beckhoff's success by driving high‑potential customer engagements through expert technical solutions and hands‑on application development.

In this role, you will be responsible for understanding complex customer needs and crafting elegant solutions that leverage Beckhoff technology. Reporting to the Advanced Applications Manager and working closely with the Product Management team and Regional Sales Teams, you will ensure that Beckhoff's solutions are strategically aligned with customer goals. You will focus on innovation and the rapid deployment of proof‑of‑concept testing to secure key business opportunities, positioning Beckhoff as a leader in automation.

• Serve as a technical resource for the Beckhoff U.S. sales force and Product Management team.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers to understand application requirements and demonstrate Beckhoff product capabilities.
• Develop and implement proof-of-concept hardware and software solutions to reduce technical risk for complex and advanced customer applications.
• Test beta software products and provide feedback to the product management team.
• Support the evaluation and improvement of Beckhoff products through hands‑on testing and real‑world application experience.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives that support product advancement and innovation.

• Build and maintain an advanced level of knowledge of Beckhoff products and related technologies.
• Embrace new challenges and continuously expand technical skills and expertise.
• Support the organization by applying technical knowledge to solve complex problems and address emerging customer needs.

Disclaimer:
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.

• Best-in-Class Technology: Work hands‑on with Beckhoff's industry‑leading automation platform, helping customers solve complex challenges through advanced controls, software, hardware, and integrated automation solutions.
• Innovation Through Application: Develop proof‑of‑concept hardware and software solutions that validate new ideas, reduce technical risk, and demonstrate the capabilities of emerging Beckhoff technologies.

• University degree and/or College Technician/Technologist in electrical engineering, computer science, mechatronics or automation.
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience in automation: control theory, motion control, robotics, machine vision and mechatronics.
• Deep understanding of Beckhoff core technologies.
• Working knowledge of communication protocols and field buses such as TCP/IP, MQTT, EtherCAT, CANopen, Ethernet/IP, and PROFINET.
• Demonstrated proficiency with one or more of the following:
  • C/C++ or C# programming.
  • Object Oriented Design and Programming Methodologies (OOP).
  • MATLAB / Simulink.
  • Web Programming technologies such as JavaScript, CSS and HTML
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