Automation Solutions Engineer - Pre-Sales

Kendall Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kendall Group in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an Automation Engineer Specialist to join the Sales team and provide technical sales support for automation products including controllers, I/O, HMI, safety, networks, and motion control. The role partners with both Outside and Inside Sales to drive opportunities and solutions.

Two years of hands-on electrical/mechanical experience, PLC/HMI skills, and strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities are preferred for

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years hands-on electrical and mechanical knowledge and experience.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, networks, safety, motion control, VFDs, and automation equipment.
• Understanding of manufacturing machinery, processes, networks, and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales teams to develop business and close opportunities.
• Assist in creating BOMs for quoting, orders, and servicing customers.
• Advise customers on product solutions for applications and projects.
• Address post-sale technical questions, issues, and commercial situations.
• Coordinate with manufacturing partners and internal teams for project execution.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

PLCs

HMIs

Networks

Safety devices

Motion control

VFDs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related

Job description

The Kendall Group in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an Automation Engineer Specialist to join the Sales team and provide technical sales support for automation products including controllers, I/O, HMI, safety, networks, and motion control. The role partners with both Outside and Inside Sales to drive opportunities and solutions.

Two years of hands-on electrical/mechanical experience, PLC/HMI skills, and strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities are preferred for