Applications Engineer; industrial automation components

70-year-old (and growing!) industrial components engineering & manufacturing company has an opening for an Applications Engineer.

Direct-hire position with competitive benefits –includes profit sharing, 401K match, generous PTO, health/dental, and more!

• Provide technical sales and application support for electric / automation products
• Assist customers, distributors, and sales personnel with product selection, sizing, installation, and troubleshooting of motion control products (electric actuators, motors, drives, etc.)
• Perform engineering calculations related to motion dynamics, system requirements, and application performance
• Recommend product solutions based on customer application requirements
• Provide product training, technical presentations, and application guidance to customers, distributors, and internal teams
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Product Management, and Customer Service to support business objectives
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance customer experience, product application support, and internal processes

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar, preferred
• 1+ year of professional engineering experience
• Interest in a sales / application support role (and welcoming engineers looking to transition into a Sales or Applications Engineer path!)
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and application requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – includes performing engineering calculations
• Strong communication skills – includes ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical personnel
• Basic knowledge of automation components (motors, drives, and motion control systems, etc.)
• Strong Microsoft Office experience
• Ability to work on site
• Ability to pass a drug test

Salary: $75-88K