Application Engineer (industrial automation)

Description Lenze Americas is seeking an experienced Application Engineer. This is a remote position with regional travel requirements . Position: Application Engineer
Position Type : Remote in targeted location(s)
On-Target Compensation: $85,000 - $130,000 ( Compensation is an estimate and includes base salary plus incentives and depends on skills, knowledge, education, location, and experience)
Position Snapshot: The Application Engineer provides technical expertise in motion control, drive systems, and industrial automation. This role supports customers with application development, drive and servo system selection, commissioning, troubleshooting, and machine performance optimization while partnering closely with Sales to develop differentiated motion solutions.
About you: You reside in either Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, or South Carolina and you’re 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. You’re 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.
Solution Development & Engineering
Develop system and application solutions, including motion architecture, system topology, and software design
Create customer-specific application software and support full project lifecycle (prototype through commissioning)
Configure and commission drives (VFDs, inverters, servo systems) and develop PLC/HMI programs
Support testing, start-up, and field validation of automation solutions
Capture and standardize application knowledge into reusable tools and best practices
Pre-Sales, Sales & Customer Engagement
Partner with Sales to develop solution concepts aligned to customer requirements
Provide technical support during pre-sales activities, including customer meetings, workshops, and presentations
Build strong customer relationships and support overall sales growth objectives
Technical Support & Product Expertise
Deliver advanced technical support to customers and internal teams (remote and onsite)
Size and select appropriate products and solutions based on application needs
Support commissioning and troubleshooting during system start-up
Training & Demonstrations
Conduct product demonstrations and deliver technical training to customers and internal teams
Develop training materials, application documentation, and technical guides
Travel
~ Travel up to 25% across the assigned region for customer support, sales activities, and training

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Mechatronics, Robotics, or Mechanical Engineering or relevant experience
Proficient in IEC 61131-3 programming languages (Ladder, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram)
Experience with motion control systems, PLC’s, HMI programming and industrial communication protocols (EtherCAT, CAN, Ethernet-IP, RS232/485)
Strong mechatronics background, integrating mechanical, electrical, and software systems
Skilled in machine commissioning and creating application/machine specifications
Familiarity with wiring diagrams and troubleshooting customer wiring
Preferred experience with Visual Basic, Windows-based software installation and setup
Knowledge of machine safety standards and project management practices
Solid understanding of Windows OS and Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Visio, MS Project)
Ability to travel up to 25%, including overnight travel within the region
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance – multiple plan options
~ Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Insurance
~ 10 company paid holidays
~ Company paid disability & AD&D insurance
~Supplemental insurance plans (Identity theft, cyber protection, additional life, etc.)
~ Tuition reimbursement
~ Many of our positions offer flexible schedules to meet your needs
~ Relaxed business casual environment
~ Sit/Stand desks for onsite office positions
~ Frequent team building activities
~ 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 (pumps/fans).
A global network of distributors and representatives makes Lenze Americas perfectly positioned to meet the motion control needs of customers worldwide. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and respect—where every voice matters and every idea has the potential to shape the future . 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.