Application Engineer- Automation and Drives

Keb America - Shakopee, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Shakopee, MN

11-50 employees

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Application Engineer for Automation and Drives at KEB America is responsible for working directly with customers to solve automation-related problems while gaining technical sales experience. This role involves applying automation software, PLCs, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and AC motors to automated systems, collaborating with OEMs and system integrators. The engineer will also provide sales quotes and forecasts to help grow the business.

Responsibilities

• Write relevant technical documentation & manuals
• Draft new product specifications and engineering work orders
• Visit customer sites for product start-ups
• Size, select, and recommend KEB products to customers
• Offer technical support and troubleshooting over the phone
• Provide excellent customer support
• Create product quotations
• Create sales presentations and other marketing material
• Share application knowledge through writing and speaking
• Provide product trainings in-house and at customer sites

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• Experience with automation software, PLCs, VFDs, and AC motors
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in technical sales
• Familiarity with industrial automation products
• Knowledge of the elevator, medical, packaging, theatre, and plastics industries

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities