Solutions Engineer- Drives, Controls & Automation

About the Role

Currently, this role blends deep technical expertise with strong customer engagement to deliver customized solutions across a wide range of industrial applications. Responsibilities include pre-sales, sales and post-sales support, ensuring successful implementation and long-term satisfaction with SEW-EURODRIVE technologies.

Pay Range: $85K - $110K annually

Education: Prefer Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or related Engineering field preferred; or 5+ years of direct experience with motion control systems

TOP most relevant SKILLS AND ABILITIES being sought for this position:

Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or related Engineering field preferred; or 5+ years of direct experience with motion control systems, including servomotors, AC and DC drives, controls, PLCs, HMIs, encoders, and fieldbus communication (e.g., PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT).

Proven ability to take applications from concept through startup with strong troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills (pre-sales, sales and post-sales activities)

Capable of evaluating multiple technical options and implementing effective solutions

Active listener with the ability to ask thoughtful questions and respond professionally.

Strong applied knowledge of physics and mathematics for system sizing, load calculations, and selecting appropriate drive and control components.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

TOP most relevant ACTUAL TASKS being sought for this position :

Promote, support and grow our Drives, Controls, and Automation product lines — including 24V/48V DC systems, Variable Frequency Drives, Servomotors, Motion Controllers, PLCs, and HMIs.

Size, propose and sell SEW-EURODRIVE drive systems (including inverters, controls, automation, and electro-mechanical solutions) in a cost-conscious manner across applications such as conveying, pick and place, winding, indexing, hoisting, and pumping.

Support customers and SEW technical staff during startup, commissioning, and programming of drives, controls, and automation products.

Provide field service assistance and application expertise as needed.

Deliver internal and external product training for sales, engineering, and customer personnel.

Travel frequently to domestic and international customer sites, including overnight stays, and be available for work outside regular biz hours.

Although we have described above what we are generally looking for, we are very likely missing other attributes and skills that may make you a great fit! Please tell us about your other skills and abilities by applying and listing your additional attributes.

A 10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

SEW-EURODRIVE provides a generous benefits package to all full time employee. These benefits start on DAY ONE!

There is no monthly premium required for Employee's coverage:

• Medical Insurance - Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Audio, and Prescription Drug coverage + $125 annual reimbursement for purchase of eligible vitamins & minerals

• Life Insurance worth 2.5 times annual base pay. Includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment

• Disability - Includes both Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care Made available annually during open enrollment

• Timely Evaluations with potential for a pay increase - New Employees are evaluated every six months for the first two years then annually thereafter

• Paid Vacation - 2-weeks of vacation accrual per year to start, which increases after five years and ten years of service

• Holiday Pay - Twelve (12) paid holidays per year

• Retirement Benefits - Includes 401(k) with Profit Sharing Contribution and 200% Company Match on the first 3% that you defer to your 401K account

• Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions - Unused time is paid out annually

• Paid Parental Leave - To assist and support new parents with balancing work and family matters

• Onsite Clinic Services - On location medical services by licensed providers at no cost to employees

• Education Assistance Programs - Student Loan Repayment / Tuition Assistance options

• Counseling Resources - Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online

• Wellness Resources - Utilizing a comprehensive, interactive, and personalized wellness program with potential to earn points for awards / gift cards

• Uniforms and Subsidies - Uniforms (for shop employees) are provided and a subsidy for the annual purchase of safety shoes is included

• Employee Assistance Programs - Five programs to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances

• Insure Choice Plan Group Discounts - Auto, Home, Pet coverage, Legal insurance, and more at a group discount rate

Additional job requirements and responsibilities would be discussed during the interview process.

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