Phoenix Contact USA ยท 17 hours ago
Solutions Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expPhoenix Contact USA is seeking a Solutions Engineer I who will serve as a strategic technical consultant and project leader. This role involves designing, implementing, and supporting advanced solutions that integrate complex technical products to meet specific customer needs across various industries.
Industrial Automation
Responsibilities
Develop an expert area of specialization (industry/technology) as directed by manager and attain related certifications
Mentor and advise Associate Solution Engineers, Technical Service, Product Engineering, and Product Management on product performance in the field and suggest design changes to improve product performance and customer satisfaction
Design training programs and training material to support complex control system projects
Develop advanced system testing and troubleshooting processes utilizing spectrum analyzers, storage scopes, power monitors, volt meters, and other required test equipment
Provide applied solution design and engineering support to the Control and Industry Solutions team
Independently qualify and gather input for designs through functional specification review or by direct customer interaction
Provide pre-sales technical support and develop a concept framework based on customer requirements and industry standards and practices
Develop and implement test plans to validate proposed solutions
Develop and serve as technical lead on 'proof of concept' or pilot applications
Provide project management as required, and advise project team on technical issues throughout the project lifecycle
Develop, implement, and provide on-site installation start-up support
Perform application demonstrations together with Phoenix Contact sales engineer and/or PSE at potential customer sites
Research and understand existing competitive and emerging products and technologies
Document and internally communicate data supporting the development of new products to meet focus market/customer requirements
Support the sales effort of Phoenix Contact's complex technical products when positioned and sold as industry solutions at OEM, end-user, and system integrator focused accounts within primary and supported market segments
Support Phoenix Contact field personnel and channel partners in technical aspects relating to the sale of systems and solutions
Develop and conduct control solution presentations and technology seminars to targeted audiences
Position Phoenix Contact as a technology leader through active involvement in industry related technical associations
Develop and maintain an expert understanding of industrial networking and communication technologies. Specific expertise in Industrial Ethernet Protocols: Profinet, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus TCP
Develop and maintain an expert working knowledge on all Phoenix Contact industrial products with specialized emphasis on IEC 61131 programming, industrial ethernet (wired and wireless), and networked I/O
Maintain knowledge proficiency through continued participation in industry trade events and conferences including active participation in presenting Phoenix Contact Case Studies, etc
Attendance and participation in accordance with corporate policies in local, national, and international meetings
Qualification
Required
Minimum Associate's Technical Degree + equivalent experience
Minimum of 4 years industrial automation experience
Industry specific controls system design and programming experience
Motivated self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
Ability to set priorities and perform simultaneous tasks
Ability to meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities to meet business goals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Effective interpersonal skills with comfort in delivering group presentations
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical focus preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401k matching
Generous time off package
16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave
Life insurance
Short & long-term disability
Assistance
Company
Phoenix Contact USA
About Phoenix Contact Phoenix Contact is a global market leader based in Germany.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Russo
CFO/Vice President of Finance
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