Motion Control Field Application Engineer- Silicon Valley

2 days ago


San Francisco, United States Michael Page Full time
  • Serve as the primary technical resource for lab and medical device customers
  • Apply if you have experience with amplifiers, drives, and motion control boards.

Client Details

The client is a small-privately owned manufactuer of motors, drives, controllers, and feedback systems that are used for motion control in the laboratory automation and medical device sectors. They offer a broad range of products that are applicable in Brushless DC, DC Brush, and Step motors. This is a small and dynamic company which will offer a lot of opportunity for growth into commercial leadership.

Description

  • Serve as the primary technical resource for customers, helping them to integrate motion control solutions into their lab automation and medical device systems.
  • Provide technical guidance to customers on product selection, system integration, and design to ensure optimal performance in their specific application.
  • Conduct system assessments, feasibility studies, and demonstrations of motion control technologies, ensuring that all solutions meet customer specifications and requirements.
  • Work closely with customers to understand their specific motion control needs for lab automation and medical devices.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to customize motion control solutions, including the selection of motors, actuators, controllers, drives, and sensors.
  • Assist in the design, implementation, and validation of motion control systems for medical device applications, ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards (e.g., FDA, ISO).
  • Provide hands-on training and technical support to customers, ensuring they are able to effectively utilize motion control solutions.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation such as user manuals, technical guides, and application notes to assist customers and internal teams.
  • Lead product and solution presentations for customers, both virtually and on-site, ensuring clear understanding of the system's capabilities and applications.
  • Support the sales team by providing technical expertise in customer meetings, helping to convert technical requirements into successful sales opportunities.
  • Work with engineering and R&D teams to relay customer feedback, help develop new products, and refine existing ones based on market demands.
  • Ensure the smooth handoff of projects from pre-sales to post-sales, providing ongoing support during product installation and deployment.
  • Conduct on-site support and testing for motion control systems, working directly with customers to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
  • Help customers validate the performance and functionality of motion control systems in real-world conditions, ensuring systems are optimized for lab automation and medical device environments.
  • Ensure that all solutions adhere to relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., FDA, IEC, ISO, UL) for lab automation and medical devices.
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements in motion control, lab automation, and medical devices.
  • This role requires up to 50% travel throughout California to customer locations for on-site support, system testing, and training.

Profile

  • 5+ years of experience in motion control systems, including motors, actuators, drives, controllers, and feedback systems.
  • Proven experience in applying motion control technologies in lab automation or medical device industries (e.g., automated laboratory equipment, diagnostic devices, medical robotics).
  • Experience with motion control software platforms and programming tools (e.g., MATLAB, LabVIEW, PLC programming, embedded systems).
  • Strong understanding of motion control principles, including linear and rotary motion, PID control, and system integration.
  • Experience with medical device requirements, including design, validation, and testing to meet industry standards (e.g., FDA, ISO).
  • Proficient in using CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for motion system design and integration.
  • Familiarity with industry standards such as IEC 60601 (medical electrical equipment) and ISO 13485 (quality management for medical devices).
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related technical field is required.
  • Master's degree in a relevant field or industry certifications (e.g., ISO, Six Sigma) are a plus.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong customer-facing skills, with a proven ability to build relationships and trust with clients.
  • Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote setting, while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency in using motion control software tools, diagnostic software, and CAD systems.
  • Experience with industry-standard control systems (e.g., Siemens, Beckhoff, National Instruments) and understanding of their role in lab automation and medical device applications.
  • Must be willing to travel up to 50% across California for customer visits, product installations, and system validation activities.
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex systems and provide practical solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Job Offer

  • Base Salary: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
  • Incentives: Performance-based commission structure and bonus opportunities.
  • Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off (PTO), and professional development support.
  • Travel: Company-provided travel resources, including expenses for client visits and site evaluations.
  • Training: Access to ongoing product training, certifications, and industry knowledge development.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.



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