Applications Engineer – Automation jobs in United States
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iLocatum · 1 week ago

Applications Engineer – Automation

iLocatum is a global leader in power, thermal management, and industrial automation solutions, seeking an Applications Engineer to support customers and drive pre-sales applications. The role involves collaborating with customers, sales teams, and internal engineering groups to ensure successful product design-ins and technical problem-solving in industrial automation.

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Responsibilities

Provide pre-sales and applications engineering support for industrial automation solutions
Support customers with design-in, system integration, and technical problem-solving
Deliver technical demonstrations, training, and promotional event support
Work hands-on with automation products in customer and field environments
Partner with internal teams to drive customer success and solution adoption
Travel to customer sites across the U.S. and Canada as needed

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringIndustrial AutomationVariable Frequency DrivesControl SystemsRobotics ProgrammingVFDSoftDIAStudioSoft Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
Experience in industrial automation
Hands-on exposure to Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
Working knowledge of control systems, including: AC Drives and Servo Systems, PLCs and HMIs, Industrial switches and Fieldbus networks, Process controllers and sensors, Power supplies and VFD components (including IGBTs), Robotics and automation software/programming
Ability to travel 25–50% across the U.S. and Canada
US Citizen or Green Card holder (no visa sponsorship)

Preferred

Experience with VFDSoft
Familiarity with DIAStudio
Knowledge of Codesys (all 5 IEC languages)

Benefits

Bonus: 10% annual target
401(k): 50% company match up to 10% of salary
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (low out-of-pocket preventive care)
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with unlimited phone and in-person counseling
Professional development and training opportunities
Relocation assistance available

Company

iLocatum

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iLocatum is an executive search firm representing job openings in virtually every industry and job function across the country.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
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