Technical Support Specialist - Motion

Beckhoff Automation; Savage (MN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

Life & Disability Insurance

Professional Development

Job summary

Beckhoff Automation is seeking a Technical Support Specialist - Motion in Savage, MN. You’ll provide high-level support for AX/AM drives, TwinCAT motion, and CNC/kinematics, including on-site visits and demos. Travel 15–20% as needed to support regional projects.

You will mentor colleagues, lead complex problem-solving, and liaise with Beckhoff HQ to escalate issues while expanding product mastery and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Technically fluent engineer with at least 5 years’ experience in motion control systems.
• Strong understanding of servo drive technologies, kinematics, and multi-axis configurations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level technical support and leadership for hardware and software (AX/AM drives, TwinCAT Motion).
• Liaise with Beckhoff German HQ for escalated issues related to AX/AM/AL products and TwinCAT Motion.
• Deliver technical support via phone and on-site visits; clearly communicate product functionality and quality issues.
• Act as national project resource: create customer code, configuration examples, and demos.
• Diagnose and resolve motion control issues using troubleshooting tools and techniques.
• Deliver end-user training, create knowledge base articles, and maintain wiki content.
• Prioritize requests and manage workload; escalate when needed.
• Document all support activities using ticket-tracking tools; mentor teammates.

Skills

Motion control

Servo drive tech

Kinematics design

Multi-axis configurations

IEC 61131-3

Beckhoff products knowledge

Communication protocols

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Windows OS basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)

Tools

TwinCAT NC PTP

TwinCAT Motion

NC I/O/CNC tools

Job description

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Technical Support Specialist - Motion

Full Time Savage, MN, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1031

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

Beckhoff Automation has an exciting opportunity to join our Engineering Services team as a Technical Support Specialist focused on Motion. In this role, you will provide high-level support and product expertise for Beckhoff drive technology, including AX-Servo-drive technologies, AM-Servo-Motor technologies, and TwinCAT motion software. You’ll work on point-to-point and complex motion applications using extended TwinCAT motion libraries with kinematic, NCI, and CNC functions. This position offers technical growth opportunities while supporting a highly differentiated automation platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level technical support and product implementation leadership for:
  • Hardware: AX8000, AX5000, EL7xxx-xxxx, EL25xx, KL25xx servo and stepper drives
  • Software: TwinCAT NC PTP, NCI, CNC, Motion Designer TE5910 (TwinCAT 2 & 3), camming, flying saw, advanced motion pack, kinematics
  • Drive Safety Products: AX5805, AX5801-0x00
• Serve as liaison with Beckhoff German HQ for escalated issues related to AX, AM, AL products, EL7xxx, marketing, and TwinCAT Motion (NC-PTP, NCI, Kinematics, CNC).
• Provide technical support via phone and on-site visits; communicate product functionality and quality issues clearly.
• Act as a national project resource for drive technology projects:
  • Create customer code and configuration examples
  • Create and deliver demos showcasing product features
  • Offer technical guidance to support, application, and sales teams
• Diagnose and resolve customer motion control issues using troubleshooting tools and techniques.
• Deliver end-user training (one-on-one, small groups), create knowledge base articles, and maintain wiki content.
• Prioritize and manage incoming requests; elevate issues when appropriate.
• Document all support activities using ticket-tracking tools.
• Mentor and lead team members in resolving large-scale or complex issues.
• Continuously expand skillset and adapt to new challenges.

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

• Freedom to Explore: Technical and career growth opportunities
• Best-in-Class Tech: Represent a highly differentiated automation platform

What We’re Looking For – Required Skills & Qualifications

• Technically fluent engineer with at least 5 years’ experience in motion control systems
• Strong understanding of servo drive technologies, kinematics design, and multi-axis configurations
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• Working knowledge of IEC 61131-3 programming languages
• Experience with Beckhoff products and industrial automation, is a plus.
• Knowledge of communication protocols (TCP/IP, MQTT, Modbus TCP)
• Enthusiasm and passion for automation technology
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead team-based problem-solving
• Basic knowledge of Windows OS functions (file systems, registry, processes, services)
• Familiarity with incident/call tracking systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Work Location

This position follows a hybrid model, requiring employees to be on-site at one of our regional sales offices or Headquarters in Savage, MN. This schedule supports collaboration while offering work-life balance.

Travel

This position requires varying travel ranging from 15-20% 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

• At Beckhoff Automation USA, our privately held, family-owned culture empowers candid collaboration, the freedom to create innovative solutions, and strong relationships built around cutting-edge technology and shared purpose.
• 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% 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

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and sit 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.