Forward Deployment Engineer

Siemens; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 112,669 - 231,948; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to work in Chicago, IL, focusing on setting up and validating systems in manufacturing. The role requires 8+ years of experience in automation, proficiency in various control systems, and strong problem-solving abilities.

As part of a pioneering team, you will play a critical role in ensuring solutions operate flawlessly and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Join Siemens to help transform the industrial landscape!

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in scenario building and commissioning.
• Proficient in relevant programming or scripting languages.
• Legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Set up and commission systems in manufacturing environments.
• Work on-site to ensure operational solutions.
• Provide actionable feedback to improve system scalability.

Skills

System commissioning

Automation and control systems

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC

DCS

IOT platforms

ERP/MES systems

MQTT

OPC UA

Job description

Job Family: Sales

Req ID: 489350

*This role is located in Chicago, IL. Candidates must be located in, or willing to relocate specifically to Chicago, IL in order to be considered for this role.

Application Engineer/FDE

At Siemens, we believe that systems are more than the sum of their components. They represent the synergy of software, AI, and automation working together to optimize operations and deliver transformative value for our industrial customers.

We are building a pioneering team to fill the gaps between concept and reality, ensuring that innovative ideas evolve into scalable, reliable solutions. This is not just about designing technology—it’s about deploying it where it matters most: in real-world manufacturing environments.

Our mission is to guide the evolution of Differentiating Systems from concept to scalable deployment, ensuring readiness across technical, commercial, and operational dimensions. By embracing a forward deployment engineering approach, we embed with customer teams, validate solutions in live environments, and iterate rapidly to deliver measurable business impact.

If you are passionate about bridging R&D with field execution, driving continuous improvement, and shaping the future of industrial systems, join us to make a difference for our customers and for Siemens

We are looking for an Application Engineer. This position is based in Chicago, IL.

You’ll make an impact by:

• As an Application Engineer at Siemens, you will play a pivotal role in setting up, commissioning, and validating systems in the manufacturing environment.
• From initial setup and commissioning to full validation, you will work on‑site to ensure solutions operate flawlessly.
• By embedding with forward deployment teams and partners during pilot and rollout phases, you will adapt solutions to real-world constraints and provide rapid insights to product development.
• Your persistence and technical expertise will ensure systems are fully operational and optimized, bridging the gap between concept and field deployment, with a focus on scaling and optimizing future deployments.
• Your actionable feedback will directly influence the scalability, reliability, and performance of the next version of the system.
• This role demands technical expertise, problem‑solving skills, and a customer‑centric mindset to ensure successful implementation and continuous improvement.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in scenario building, commissioning of systems, and validating solutions in industrial or automation environments.
• Proficiency in Automation and control systems like PLC, DCS, Edge and IOT platforms, ERP/MES systems
• Proficiency in relevant programming or scripting languages and communication protocols (like MQTT, OPC UA) relevant for industrial automation
• Experienced in working within Lean manufacturing principles
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in cross‑functional, customer‑facing teams and adapt solutions to evolving requirements.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or 10+ years of professional experience in related field.
• Experience with forward deployment engineering: embedding with customer teams, rapid prototyping, field validation, and iterative improvement.
• Knowledge of test automation, compliance documentation, and system validation in regulated environments.
• Willingness to travel during critical deployment phases.
• Demonstrated ability to bridge the gap between core engineering and field deployment, enabling scalable, reliable adoption of new systems
• Proactively share insights and feedback from deployment experiences with product teams to foster collaboration and drive continuous improvement

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource‑efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here (https://www.siemens.com/global/en/company.html) .

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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$112,669.20 $231,948 10-15%

Organization: Digital Industries

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Engineering