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Application Engineer – Industrial Automation (m/w/d)

Kronau, Baden, BADEN_WUERTTEMBERGFull-time2026-10-28 → 2026-11-11

Core

Application Engineer supporting customers in developing, implementing, and optimizing modern industrial automation solutions.

Role type

Application Engineer (Industrial Automation)

Builds

Custom automation and drive solutions for machine and process control

Domain

Industrial Automation

Required skills

SPS programming, HMI project design, frequency converter operation, servo drive configuration, motion control, industrial communication protocols (PROFINET, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP/RTU, CANopen, EtherNet/IP), troubleshooting, commissioning

Preferred skills

Technical degree in electrical engineering, automation, or mechatronics, experience in system integration, analytical thinking, customer orientation

Technologies

SPS, HMI, Servo drives, Frequency converters, Motion control systems, PROFINET, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP/RTU, CANopen, EtherNet/IP

Responsibilities

Provide technical support to customers and sales teams in pre-sales and after-sales; Develop and implement customer-specific automation and drive solutions; Program and parameterize SPS systems, HMIs, servo drives, and frequency converters; Conduct and support on-site commissioning at customer sites; Perform fault analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization of industrial machines; Conduct product demonstrations, technical workshops, and customer training; Collaborate with international product management, development, and engineering teams; Create technical documentation, application notes, and commissioning protocols

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC