Special Projects Engineer

Beckhoff Automation USA; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development Opportunities

401(k) with matching

Employer-paid health plan details

Job summary

Beckhoff Automation USA is seeking a Technical - Consultive - Collaborative Special Project Engineer to provide application support for customer projects, including software development, system design, product implementation, and integration of Beckhoff technologies into customer TwinCAT systems.

You will work as a dedicated resource for Beckhoff technology adoption in customer environments, collaborating with Product Management, Sales, Support, and Professional Development teams to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical field from a four-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4 to 6 years' experience in the field.
• Deep experience with Industrial Systems design and application solutions.
• Experience with industrial control systems (PLC, embedded, PC based. etc.)
• Ability to handle multiple issues, prioritizing and effectively engaging team resources.
• Ability to lead team efforts in recognizing large scale projects and coordinate efforts with other team members to quickly solve large scale problems.
• Ability to relate well in a customer service role with technology end users.
• Ability to work in a high stress environment while maintaining professionalism.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present to clients, companywide, and/or departmental meetings.
• An active and valid driver's license with the ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Help clients develop and implement automation systems and projects they may not have the resources or expertise to complete independently.
• Develop software solutions across the Beckhoff Automation product portfolio based on customer requirements.
• Assist OEMs transitioning to Beckhoff by supporting initial system implementation.
• Assist customers in adopting and implementing new Beckhoff products within the U.S. market.
• Support regional sales teams with system design and application guidance as needed.
• Mentor and train customer engineering teams throughout the development and implementation of their systems.
• Diagnose and assist with customer implementation issues using troubleshooting tools and techniques.
• Collaborate with the Professional Development Team by providing feedback on engineers' skills, aptitude, and career development opportunities.
• Promote customer success through technical guidance, knowledge transfer, and best-practice recommendations.
• Maintain direct collaboration with Product Management teams regarding the implementation of technologies within their product areas.
• Prioritize incoming requests and manage technical support activities effectively.
• Escalate issues to appropriate technical resources, departments, or management when required.
• Embrace new challenges and continuously expand technical skills and product knowledge.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Industrial systems design

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Travel capability

Customer service

High-stress environment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

TwinCAT software

Beckhoff Automation tools

Job description

Technical - Consultive - CollaborativeBeckhoff Special Project Engineer position

Beckhoff Special Project Engineer position is to provide application support for customer projects including software development, system design, product implementation, and integration of third-party equipment into a TwinCAT system. Reporting to the Special Projects Group Manager, this person will be a dedicated resource for the implementation of Beckhoff technologies into customers systems.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Project Delivery & Technical Consulting

• Help clients develop and implement automation systems and projects they may not have the resources or expertise to complete independently.
• Develop software solutions across the Beckhoff Automation product portfolio based on customer requirements.
• Assist OEMs transitioning to Beckhoff by supporting initial system implementation.
• Assist customers in adopting and implementing new Beckhoff products within the U.S. market.
• Support regional sales teams with system design and application guidance as needed.

Training, Mentoring & Customer Enablement

• Mentor and train customer engineering teams throughout the development and implementation of their systems.
• Diagnose and assist with customer implementation issues using troubleshooting tools and techniques.
• Collaborate with the Professional Development Team by providing feedback on engineers' skills, aptitude, and career development opportunities.
• Promote customer success through technical guidance, knowledge transfer, and best-practice recommendations.

Collaboration, Support & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain direct collaboration with Product Management teams regarding the implementation of technologies within their product areas.
• Prioritize incoming requests and manage technical support activities effectively.
• Escalate issues to appropriate technical resources, departments, or management when required.
• Embrace new challenges and continuously expand technical skills and product knowledge.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs. Other duties as assigned.

What Makes This Role Unique

• Bridge between customers and Beckhoff: The engineer works directly with Product Management, Sales, Support, and Professional Development teams, serving as a key technical liaison that influences product adoption and engineering development.
• Full lifecycle involvement: The engineer participates from system design through software development, implementation, integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning.

What We're Looking For - Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field from a four-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4 to 6 years' experience in the field
• Deep experience with Industrial Systems design and application solutions.
• Experience with industrial control systems (PLC, embedded, PC based. etc.)
• Ability to handle multiple issues, prioritizing and effectively engaging team resources.
• Ability to lead team efforts in recognizing large scale projects and coordinate efforts with other team members to quickly solve large scale problems.
• Ability to relate well in a customer service role with technology end users.
• Ability to work in a high stress environment while maintaining professionalism.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present to clients, companywide, and/or departmental meetings.
• An active and valid driver's license with the ability to travel.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Previous technical training or Beckhoff Automation experience.

Work Location

This is a fully remote position. Team members can work from any location within the United States, with occasional virtual meetings and collaboration.

Travel

This position requires varying travel ranging up to 50% which may include day trips, overnight stays, and occasional extended travel depending on business needs. Travel may be local, regional, or national. All travel-related expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with company policy. Candidates must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role, and reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

What We Offer Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off + 12 Paid Holidays
• Employer paid High-Deductible Medical plan, Dental, and Vision for Employee + Family!
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
• Employer-Paid Insurance: Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Elective Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, Indemnity, and Pet Insurance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• CarData Program: Fixed monthly reimbursement + Variable monthly mileage
• Additional $200.00 to $800.00 (Disclaimer: dependent on location)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods.
• Including the ability to drive in a car between 2 to 5 hours, one-way, multiple times a month.
• Ability to use a computer screen for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and move as needed to perform job duties.
• Manual dexterity for operating tools and equipment.
• Adequate vision and hearing to perform essential tasks safely.

About Beckhoff

At Beckhoff, automation is our calling. We empower engineers to differentiate and succeed as industry leaders - to harness new technologies, embrace open standards and solve the world's most complex problems. Founded and led by engineers, we organically create advanced controls, communication, IoT, and motion technologies that become unique tools for your one-of-a-kind challenges in an age of digital transformation.

As a global partner with U.S. headquarters in Minneapolis, we remain committed to sustainability, inclusivity, and support for the people behind the automation. So, whether you're powering the EV revolution, dazzling on Broadway, launching satellites, or developing fusion energy solutions - you can reach new heights for your business, industry, and humankind.

Beckhoff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise take part in the recruitment process, please contact the Talent & Culture team.