Applications Engineer
Florham Park, NJ - USA
Job Summary
Are you looking for a dynamic customerfacing engineering role where your technical expertise truly makes an impact As an Applications Engineer at Emerson you will partner closely with the sales team to deliver innovative automation solutions to customers across North America. This role is fully remote with a preferred location in Detroit MI; Florham Park NJ; Cleveland OH; Chicago IL; or Indianapolis IN.
In this role you will work handson with customers and internal teams to solve realworld challenges and support successful product deployments. You will dive into technical details address complex problems and translate insights into clear compelling guidance on product capabilities limitations and bestfit applications. Acting as a trusted advisor you will help customers adopt new technologies that improve efficiency reliability and performance.
In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Put customers first by understanding their challenges and identifying effective technical solutions
Support customer applications involving pneumatics fieldbus systems I/O and electric actuation
Provide handson support during startup and commissioning of new applications
Create and deliver engaging product and solution demonstrations
Present technical workshops to customers and formal training courses to Emerson teams
Conduct plant tours site inspections and customer visits
Interpret pneumatic circuits from schematics and diagrams
Provide onsite emergency technical support when required
Attend and support tradeshows industry events and customer engagements
Assist customers in modernizing from older legacy products and systems
Write technical articles application notes and contribute to the product knowledge base
Serve as a subject matter expert on customer support cases
Design assemble test and simulate systems to diagnose and resolve reported product issues
Collaborate with marketing product management engineering sales production and quality teams
Utilize tools for activity tracking and reporting
Who You Are:
You communicate effectively in oneonone conversations small groups and large audiences adapting your message to diverse styles and experience levels. You build trust by listening closely asking thoughtful questions and translating technical information into clear practical guidance. You approach complex challenges with curiosity and structure applying sound judgment and technical expertise to deliver solutions that align with customer needs. Through collaboration and accountability you help bridge the gap between technology and application while ensuring strong customer outcomes.
For This Role You Will Need:
A bachelors degree in Engineering or another STEM field or equivalent practical experience (such as 7 years of industrial automation experience focused on pneumatic control)
Working knowledge of pneumatic valves pneumatic actuators grippers electric slide actuators electric grippers pressure sensors flow sensors and proportional regulators
Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Profibus Modbus TCP/RTU CANopen DeviceNet Profinet Ethernet/lP and EtherCAT
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time (about one week per month)
A valid U.S. drivers license
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
Experience presenting technical concepts to nontechnical audiences
Machine safety or safety control systems certifications or qualifications
Experience working at a systems integrator particularly in pneumatic or motion control applications
Exposure to stepper motors linear drives and electric linear motion control
Experience supporting highuptime industrial systems
Familiarity with a broad range of industrial processes
A strong interest or passion for industrial automation
Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible competitive benefits plans to meet you and your familys physical mental financial and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage Employee Assistance Program 401(k) tuition reimbursement employee resource groups recognition and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.
Total Rewards Philosophy:At Emerson our employees passion for innovation and results drives our success. We actively pursue new technologies capabilities and approaches to drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation and results Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide competitive compensation integrated benefits offerings and fulfilling career journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals our employees share in the companys success. The salary range for this role $annually and eligible for performance-based bonus paid quarterly commensurate with the skills talent capabilities and experience each candidate brings to the role.
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About Company
Emerson has refocused its business portfolio to deliver solutions that bring greater value to our customers. About Emerson We concentrate on the most complex, profound challenges facing the world in the process, industrial, commercial and residential markets. Our global talent, best-i ... View more