Applications Engineer

Position Overview

We're seeking driven, curious people who bring energy to what they do and see challenges as opportunities to learn and improve. Our team of co-owners values enthusiasm, creativity, and a growth mindset, and we're committed to putting those qualities to work on solutions that matter. As an Application Engineer with AWC, you will be individually supporting our sales team by working with customers to understand their applications and discuss how technology can be implemented for improvement. The successful candidate must be innovative, passionate, and resourceful while demonstrating technical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate how to implement technical solutions with some of our key accounts
• Work with our inside and outside sales team to implement world-class technology solutions
• Teach concepts from the basics of electricity and motor control to complex SCADA database management and networking
• Provide technical support for the following products/technologies: PLC, I/O, HMI, SCADA, Drives, Synchronized Motion Control, Networking, WiFi, Radios, Motor Controls, Control Panel Design, and Power Distribution
• Troubleshoot existing facilities and networks to get customers back up and running
• Develop Bills-Of-Material based on customer requirements
• Demonstrate hardware and software proficiency
• Document best practices and share with colleagues
• Motivated self-starter with the unique ability to manage a complex schedule

Required Qualifications

• Education: 2- or 4-Year Technical Degree (Engineering preferred)
• Experience Required: 2 years of hands-on technical experience
• Strong technical aptitude
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-confidence and the ability to manage conflict
• Ability to manage a team to meet multiple deadlines and approvals with strict attention to detail
• Positive attitude and strong team player

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering
• Base level knowledge of electrical and automation products, including but not limited to PLCs, I/Os, safety devices, enclosures, motor starters, variable frequency drives, pneumatics, sensors, panelboards, etc.
• Basic understanding of electricity, panel design/wiring, and manufacturing/OEM experience

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Benefits: 401(K) Match
• Compensation: Competitive Pay
• Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Package
• Benefits: Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Benefits: Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Benefits: Career Development Opportunities