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! Duties: 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 Requirements: 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr 1st St. NW Inc.