Automation Field Applications Engineer – Mid-Atlantic

Phoenix-Contact; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

Bonus plan

Generous time off

Job summary

Phoenix Contact is seeking a Field Application Engineer to provide hands-on technical expertise for automation, control and networking products across the Mid-Atlantic region. You will collaborate with sales teams to advance opportunities, serve as a local technical representative, and develop sales tools and campaigns.

The role requires a four-year degree, 3+ years in automation sales/marketing, and the ability to travel up to territory demands; strong communication, presentation skills, and

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree, technical discipline preferred or equivalent
• 3 years minimum sales or marketing experience with automation and industrial control products
• Ability to work independently from home office with limited supervision
• Excellent oral/written communication and presentation skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to learn and adapt quickly

Responsibilities

• Increase annual sales revenue across automation, control and networking portfolio at customer accounts
• Collaborate with local Phoenix Contact sales team on joint sales activities, trainings, and mutual action plans
• Act as local technical representative for the products and support sales on power-related technical matters
• Act as regional marketing specialist developing sales tools, collateral and campaigns
• Maintain CRM systems with accurate client information and use CRM for reporting and tracking
• Deliver presentations and hands-on demonstrations of Phoenix Contact products and technology

Skills

Independent work from home office

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

Self-motivated

Technical competence in automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Phoenix Contact is seeking a Field Application Engineer to provide hands-on technical expertise for automation, control and networking products across the Mid-Atlantic region. You will collaborate with sales teams to advance opportunities, serve as a local technical representative, and develop sales tools and campaigns.

The role requires a four-year degree, 3+ years in automation sales/marketing, and the ability to travel up to territory demands; strong communication, presentation skills, and