Field Application Engineer

Omron Automation; Minnesota; On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Profit sharing

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Flexible work hours

Paid time off

Job summary

Omron Automation-Americas is seeking an Application Engineer in the Minnesota region to support pre-sale and post-sale activities for Omron sensing and control technologies. The role emphasizes presales customer meetings, post-sales startup support, and technical training sessions for customers and distributors.

The position requires a BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 5+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Five or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Motion Control, PLC/HMI, Sensors, Safety, Machine Vision, Auto ID and Robotics.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Presales customer/ System Integrator meetings for higher complexity solutions.
• Post-sales support including machine start up and troubleshooting.
• Lead customer and distributor technical training sessions.
• Site survey and development of requirements for projects.
• Development of BOM for complex automation projects.

Skills

Motion Control

PLC/HMI

Machine Vision

Auto ID

Robotics

Sensors

Safety Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Motion Control

PLC/HMI

Sensors/Relays

Robotics

Machine Vision Systems

Job description

Omron is a leading global manufacturer of industrial automation products focused on sensing and control technologies. Omron Automation-Americas, headquartered in Hoffman Estates, IL, is the industrial automation subsidiary of Omron Corporation, a $8 billion global technology company celebrating more than 80 years of success.

Omron Automation-Americas is looking for an Application Engineer located in the Minnesota region to support pre-sale and post-sale activity. The key areas of focus are pre sales support of Omron products at customer locations, and post-sale support for existing applications.

Our Commitment to Employees:

• Training and Career Development Program to give employees a learning path with the necessary tools and resources they need to help build their career at Omron.
• Great financial opportunities with competitive compensation, immediate 401k match with 100% vesting, profit sharing, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits.
• Community Awareness that includes activities with local non-profit organizations and a Matching Gift Program.
• Work-Life Balance with Flexible Work Arrangements, Flexible Work Hours, and Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay.
• Wellness Activities such as Walking Contests, Nutritional Learning Sessions, On Site Flu shots and Health Screenings.

Responsibilities

• Presales customer/ System Integrator meetings for higher complexity solutions (except initial discovery call).
• Post-sales support to include machine start up and troubleshooting
• Lead customer and distributor technical training sessions
• Site survey and development of requirements for projects.
• Development of BOM for complex automation projects.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field from a four year college or technical school.
• Five (5) or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with some or all of the following products: Motion Control (Servos, Drives, Controllers and Motors), PLC/HMI (hardware, software and interfaces), Components (Sensors, Relays and Switches), Safety (Light Curtains, Controllers, Sensors and E-Stops), Machine Vision Systems, Auto ID (Barcode and RFID) and Robotics.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

The annual salary range for this role is $94,000 - $125,000 a year, however, base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. This position is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus program. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Omron, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Omron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.