Product Specialist

iAutomation, a full-service automation company, is developing robotic solutions and offering design, engineering, and integration services, product support, and production services. An immediate opening is available for an Industrial Drives & Plant Solutions Product Specialist
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The Industrial Drives & Plant Solutions Product Specialist supports the full lifecycle of industrial drive systems and plant solutions, from product selection and application engineering through on-site startup and commissioning. The specialist provides technical expertise on variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control systems, and integrated plant automation solutions to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and efficiency.

• Provide technical expertise in the selection, application, and configuration of industrial drives 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.

• Travel up to 50% of the time, combining local and overnight trips.

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3‑7+ years of experience in industrial automation, drives, motion control, or a related field.
  • Experience in a distribution, system integration, or OEM environment preferred.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong knowledge of 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.
• Skills &
  
  Competencies:
  • Strong customer‑facing and communication skills.
  • Ability to translate technical solutions into business value.
  • Problem‑solving mindset with strong application engineering capability.
  • Commercial acumen to support sales growth and margin targets.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
  • 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.

Email resumes to Marna Perkins at . Principals ONLY – No Third‑Party Recruiters.

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