Automation Applications Specialist: Drive Efficiency

SMC Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SMC Corporation in Phoenix is seeking an Automation Application Specialist to provide technical guidance and support for customers implementing industrial automation solutions. You will act as a subject matter expert, helping clients optimize manufacturing processes and leverage automation technologies effectively.

You will train sales staff, customers, and distributors, conduct workshops, and work closely with engineering teams to tailor solutions for each client.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• Experience with or knowledge of industrial automation products and applications.
• Ability to apply and implement new high-tech products.
• Proficiency with CRM and related tools; capable of rapid learning.
• Experience across manufacturing industries like packaging, electronics, automotive.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly conference calls to share success stories and updates.
• Identify and close major revenue-producing projects with key accounts.
• Engage with customers to understand technical requirements for SMC products.
• Provide training to sales staff, customers, and distributors on products and applications.
• Deliver client training sessions and workshops on automation systems.
• Document activities in SalesConnect CRM and maintain opportunity records.
• Support technical presentations and demonstrations for customers at events.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to design and customize automation solutions.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for improvements and new products.
• Share feedback to product development for future enhancements.

Skills

CRM proficiency

Technical training delivery

Presentation skills

Field service

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SalesConnect CRM

MS Office

Job description

SMC Corporation in Phoenix is seeking an Automation Application Specialist to provide technical guidance and support for customers implementing industrial automation solutions. You will act as a subject matter expert, helping clients optimize manufacturing processes and leverage automation technologies effectively.

You will train sales staff, customers, and distributors, conduct workshops, and work closely with engineering teams to tailor solutions for each client.