Automotive Automation Solutions Engineer - Remote

Beckhoff Automation; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Job summary

Beckhoff Automation USA is seeking a technically motivated Automotive Industry Application Engineer to help shape the future of automation. You will serve as a trusted technical partner to automotive customers, enabling success with Beckhoff PC-based control and end-of-line test solutions. This fully remote role can be performed from Austin, TX or other U.S.

locations; travel up to 30% is required. You will work with the Automotive Industry Manager and global stakeholders to drive go-to-market

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or related Engineering.
• At least 10 years’ experience architecting automation systems and industrial controls.
• Extensive experience in automotive production environments and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with or enthusiasm for battery, e-motor, or electronics assembly applications.
• Proficient in PLC, motion control, industrial PCs, fieldbus systems, and end-of-line test technologies.
• Comfortable programming in IEC 61131-3, C#, C++, and Python; OO skills a plus.
• Strong Windows/Linux, networking, and MS Office skills.
• Clear communicator with strong analytical and presentation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support automotive customers in producing parts faster using PC-based control and Beckhoff libraries.
• Guide customers in machine programming, integration and testing.
• Write control and machine specifications.
• Provide dimensions and specs of Beckhoff products for technicians.
• Develop Beckhoff solution concepts and proof of concepts to build credibility.

Skills

Automation systems

Industrial controls

Automotive industry experience

PLC

Motion control

Industrial PCs

Fieldbus systems

End-of-line testing

Programming IEC 61131-3

Programming C#

Programming C++

Programming Python

Windows & Linux

Technical presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in related Engineering

Tools

IEC 61131-3

C#

C++

Python

TwinCAT

Job description

Beckhoff Automation USA is seeking a technically motivated Automotive Industry Application Engineer to help shape the future of automation. You will serve as a trusted technical partner to automotive customers, enabling success with Beckhoff PC-based control and end-of-line test solutions. This fully remote role can be performed from Austin, TX or other U.S.

locations; travel up to 30% is required. You will work with the Automotive Industry Manager and global stakeholders to drive go-to-market