Application Engineer (Remote)

DescriptionPosition Application EngineerPosition Location Detroit MichiganPosition Type RemoteOn-Target Compensation 85000 - 130000 Compensation is an estimate and includes base salary plus incentives depends on skills knowledge education location and experiencePosition SnapshotThe Application Engineer provides technical support and develops automation solutions for customers including troubleshooting product selection and programming. This critical role supports projects both remotely and onsite conducts product demonstrations and training and partners closely with Sales to align technical solutions with business objectives and strengthen customer relationshipsAbout you Youre naturally analytical detail-oriented and love solving complex problems especially when it helps customers succeed. You bring a strong foundation in industrial automation and enjoy translating technical challenges into practical value-driven solutions. Youre a strong communicator who partners seamlessly with sales team members to drive results building trust quickly and becoming a go-to resource for both customers and internal teams. You are considered reliable customer-focused and collaborative and you take pride in being the person others count on to get it right and keep things moving forward.A day in the lifeSolution Development & EngineeringDevelop system and application solutions including motion architecture system topology and software designCreate customer-specific application software and support full project lifecycle prototype through commissioningConfigure and commission drives VFDs inverters servo systems and develop PLCHMI programsSupport testing start-up and field validation of automation solutionsCapture and standardize application knowledge into reusable tools and best practicesPre-Sales Sales & Customer EngagementPartner with Sales to develop solution concepts aligned to customer requirementsProvide technical support during pre-sales activities including customer meetings workshops and presentationsAssist in preparing proposals and identifying upsell or cross-sell opportunitiesBuild strong customer relationships and support overall sales growth objectivesTechnical Support & Product ExpertiseDeliver advanced technical support to customers and internal teams remote and onsiteSize and select appropriate products and solutions based on application needsSupport commissioning and troubleshooting during system start-upTraining & DemonstrationsConduct product demonstrations and deliver technical training to customers and internal teamsDevelop training materials application documentation and technical guidesSupport ongoing technical development within the Sales organizationTravelTravel up to 25 across the region for customer support sales activities and trainingRequirementsWhat you will needBachelors degree in electrical Mechatronics Robotics or Mechanical Engineering or relevant experienceProficient in IEC 61131-3 programming languages Ladder Structured Text Function Block DiagramExperience with motion control systems PLCs HMI programming and industrial communication protocols EtherCAT CAN Ethernet-IP RS232485Strong mechatronics background integrating mechanical electrical and software systemsSkilled in machine commissioning and creating applicationmachine specificationsFamiliarity with wiring diagrams and troubleshooting customer wiringPreferred experience with Visual Basic Windows-based software installation and setupKnowledge of machine safety standards and project management practicesSolid understanding of Windows OS and Microsoft tools Excel Word Outlook Visio MS ProjectAbility to travel up to 25 including overnight travel within North AmericaPerks of being part of our teamBlue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance - multiple plan optionsBlue Cross Blue Shield Dental InsuranceFSA HSA optionsVision Insurance401k with company match fully vestedPaid Time Off10 company paid holidaysCompany paid disability & AD&D insurance100 paid parental leave after one year of serviceSupplemental insurance plans Identity theft cyber protection additional life etc.Tuition reimbursementMany of our positions offer flexible schedules to meet your needsRelaxed business casual environmentSitStand desks for onsite office positionsFrequent team building activitiesCareer development opportunitiesAbout us Lenze is a global manufacturer of electrical and mechanical drives motion control and automation technology - offering products drive solutions complete automation systems and engineering services and tools from one single source. Our products can be found in many industries including automotive packaging material handling and logistics robotics and industrial equipment pumpsfans.A global network of distributors and representatives makes Lenze Americas perfectly positioned to meet the motion control needs of customers worldwide. Lenze Americas the American subsidiary of Lenze SE of Germany is headquartered in Uxbridge Massachusetts corporate global headquarters are in Hamelin Germany.Our culture Were powered by people. Our culture is built on collaboration innovation and respect-where every voice matters and every idea has the potential to shape the future. We believe in balance supporting our team with the flexibility and resources they need to thrive both professionally and personally.Lenze is an Equal OpportunityAffirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability.