Automation Application Engineer - ONSITE BENSENVILLE ILINOIS

Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Responsibilities Supporting customers and outside sales team selecting and implementing automation products. Collaboration with vendors to ensure optimal product selection, as well as internal support for sales teams through technical guidance, product interchanges, bill‑of‑material management, and supplier updates. Owning the entire sales cycle from quote to implementation with engineering team and panel shop. Providing VFD start‑up support. Collaborating with Account Managers. Supporting key accounts who consistently purchase automation products from Apex Industrial Automation, including training, product enhancements, and programming support. Collaborating with vendors at customer sites when necessary to determine the best products to select for those customers. Supporting Automation Sales Specialists and inside sales with product selection, interchange, bill‑of‑material management, and supplier updates. Engaging in continuous training to stay current with primary vendor’s new products and technologies. Qualifications Degree or certification in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. Automation sales experience preferred. Experience with VFDs preferred. Experience programming/troubleshooting VFDs preferred. Experience with Studio 5000 or PLC environments a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with clients, engineers, electricians, and operations personnel. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office products. Ability to work independently and within a team. #J-18808-Ljbffr