Industrial Drives & Plant Solutions Product Specialist

iAutomation, a full-service automation company, developing robotic solutions and offering design, engineering, and integration (DE&I) services, product support, and production services, has an immediate opening for an Industrial Drives & Plant Solutions Product Specialist.

Responsible for supporting the full lifecycle of industrial drive systems and plant solutions, from product selection and application engineering through on-site startup and commissioning. Provides technical expertise on variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control systems, and integrated plant automation solutions to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and efficiency.

Acts as a key liaison between engineering, sales, and application teams, delivering customized solutions that meet customer requirements and industry standards. Leads on-site installation support, system integration, troubleshooting, and startup activities, ensuring successful commissioning and customer satisfaction.

Supports customers and internal teams with product training, technical documentation, and after-sales support, while identifying opportunities for system improvements and upgrades within industrial environments such as manufacturing, processing, and utilities.

• Provide technical expertise in the selection, application, and configuration of industrial drives (VFDs), motor control systems, and plant-wide automation solutions.
• Support pre‑sales activities by reviewing customer specifications, developing technical proposals, and recommending optimized drive and system solutions.
• Lead and execute on-site startup, commissioning, and validation of drives and integrated plant systems.
• Perform system integration with PLCs, SCADA, and other automation platforms to ensure seamless plant operation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during installation, commissioning, and post‑startup phases.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and service teams to deliver complete, customer‑focused solutions.
• Conduct site assessments and audits to identify opportunities for system optimization, energy savings, and performance improvements.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including manuals, reports, and commissioning records.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company quality procedures during all project phases.
• Support after‑sales service activities, including upgrades, retrofits, and maintenance planning.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers during project execution and startup activities.
• Maintain deep knowledge of key vendor platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, etc.)
• Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies

• Provide technical training and guidance to customers, operators, and internal teams on products and system operation
• Develop technical content, sales tools, and application guides
• Support onboarding and continuous development of sales teams

• Assist with forecasting, pipeline development, and revenue tracking
• Support pricing strategies, margin optimization, and vendor alignment
• Partner cross‑functionally with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams

• Up to 50% travel, combination of local and overnight

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3‑7+ years of experience in industrial automation, drives, motion control, or related field
• Experience in a distribution, system integration, or OEM environment preferred

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Servo systems and motion control
• PLC integration and industrial networks
• Motor control and power distribution concepts
• Experience with plant‑level automation solutions and system architecture is a plus

• Strong customer‑facing and communication skills
• Ability to translate technical solutions into business value
• Problem‑solving mindset with strong application engineering capability
• Commercial acumen with ability to support sales growth and margin targets
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

• Revenue growth within drives and plant solutions portfolio
• Gross margin performance
• Technical win rate / conversion of opportunities
• Customer satisfaction and retention
• Internal training effectiveness and adoption

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