Advanced Applications Engineer

Minnesota - Corporate 9714 10th Ave N Plymouth, MN 55441, USA

Pay or shift range: $100,698 USD to $142,068 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Why Work at Banner?

For over 50 years, Banner Engineering has been at the forefront of industrial automation. We offer products and solutions including award‑winning sensors, wireless solutions, machine safety, indication and LED lighting. From Fortune 500 leaders to innovative startups, Banner’s award‑winning products and solutions are helping companies around the world increase efficiency, reduce costs, safeguard equipment and protect personnel. Our commitment to innovation shows through a continuous, market‑driven evolution of products and technology.

With engineers employed in nearly every major department, engineering is in our DNA.

Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do.

Pay and Benefits

Banner Engineering is committed to offering competitive pay and benefits, including, but not limited to:

• 401(k) with match
• Student Loan 401(k) match program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sales and Profit Sharing Eligibility
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance

Base Pay Range: $100,698 - $142,068

* Please note some career sites assign estimated compensation ranges that may not accurately reflect what is offered by Banner Engineering.

The Advanced Applications Engineer plays a key role in supporting the Banner sales team by creating customer solutions for our customers. This position is responsible for supporting Banner products, contributing to the success of company goals. The Advanced Applications Engineer works closely with internal and external sales teams and business units to ensure we meet customers’ unique applications. The ideal candidate brings strong critical thinking, problem solving skills and a proven ability to deliver effective solutions.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast‑paced and collaborative environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively and individually, staying on top of tasks, and making a meaningful impact across teams and projects. Below are some key responsibilities of the role.

• Take ownership as a technical expert in assigned product support area.
• Provide detailed technical consultation, pre‑sales feasibility and service to Banner Area Sales Managers, Field Sales Representatives, distributors and customers.
• Managing and prioritizing multiple channels of communication including phone, email, chat, and direct sales team inquiries, ensuring consistent, responsive technical service.
• Collaborating with Engineering staff to develop technical modifications to existing products to meet unique application requirements.
• Conduct final testing of product hardware, software, and user experience simulations prior to release.
• Review technical publications and training materials for accuracy and content effectiveness.
• Document and relay field application insights to support product development and continuous improvement.
• Assisting with product training for internal and external audiences, both in‑person and remotely.

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in applications engineering.
• Experience working within an industrial automation environment.

• Knowledge of wireless, vision, safety, photoelectric,…