Industrial Automation Application Engineer - Motion, Vision & PLCs

Motion

Iowa (LA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Motion seeks an Application Engineer to provide technical expertise and solution development for industrial automation involving fluid power, motion control, machine vision, and PLCs. You will work with customers, sales teams, suppliers, and internal operations to define requirements, select components, develop concepts, troubleshoot, and support implementation.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, ability to manage multiple projects, and a hands-on approach to hardware

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation or related field.
Experience with industrial automation, fluid power, motion control, PLCs, machine vision.
Working knowledge of pneumatic system principles.
Familiarity with motors, variable-frequency drives, servo systems, linear motion, sensors, and industrial networks.
Understanding of PLC hardware, I/O, HMI systems, and industrial communication protocols.
Familiarity with machine-vision cameras, lighting, lenses, image-processing concepts, and inspection applications.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams, mechanical drawings, and technical specifications.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and customer-service skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with customers and sales personnel to identify application requirements, operating conditions, and performance objectives.
Select and apply motion-control products such as motors, drives, gearboxes, linear actuators, sensors, and positioning systems.
Support PLC-based automation solutions, including I/O selection, control architecture, communications, and basic programming or troubleshooting.
Develop machine-vision concepts for inspection, identification, measurement, guidance, and quality-control applications.
Review drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and technical documentation to ensure proper product selection and system compatibility.
Provide startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and post-installation support as needed.
Diagnose system issues involving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, controls, communications, or vision components.
Coordinate with manufacturers and suppliers for specialized engineering support, product availability, and application validation.
Deliver product training and technical guidance to customers and internal sales teams.
Follow applicable safety requirements, industry standards, and company procedures.