Automation Solutions Engineer — Presales & Customer Support

Kendall Electric; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kendall Electric is seeking an Automation Engineer Specialist to support the automation portfolio, including controllers, I/O, HMI, safety devices, networks, motion control, and VFDs. You will work with customers, outside and inside sales to develop business opportunities and create effective quotes.

The role requires hands-on electrical/mechanical knowledge, 2 years of automation experience, and strong collaboration skills to deliver solutions across projects and post-sale support.

Qualifications

• 2 yearsHands-on electrical and mechanical knowledge in automation equipment such as PLCs, HMIs, networks, and motion control.
• Ability to design control systems with problem solving, analytical thinking, and collaboration with sales/technical teams.
• Experience in fast-paced, cross-functional environments with strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate leadership with automation manufacturing partners and collaborate with sales teams.
• Assist with BOMs for quoting, orders, and servicing customers.
• Engage with customers to select product solutions for projects and pre-sales activities.
• Address post-sale technical questions and commercial situations with customers.
• Serve as a primary contact to manufacturing partners within the coverage area.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

PLCs

HMI

Motion control

VFDs

Networking

Analytical abilities

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferred)

Tools

PLC hardware

HMI software/config

Industrial networks

Job description

Kendall Electric is seeking an Automation Engineer Specialist to support the automation portfolio, including controllers, I/O, HMI, safety devices, networks, motion control, and VFDs. You will work with customers, outside and inside sales to develop business opportunities and create effective quotes.

The role requires hands-on electrical/mechanical knowledge, 2 years of automation experience, and strong collaboration skills to deliver solutions across projects and post-sale support.