Application Engineer(Controls)

CIMTEC Automation, 3915 Shopton Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America Job Description Posted Monday, November 3, 2025 at 5:00 AM Company: CIMTEC Automation About Us Established in 1987, CIMTEC Automation is a leader in full-service, customized industrial automation services and products. CIMTEC Automation has become one of the industry's largest, most advanced, responsive and trusted automation products and engineering solutions providers for industries including Automotive, Pharmaceutical, Food and Beverage, Consumer Products, Transportation, Oil and Gas, Utilities, Custom Machine Builders, and the Military. SUMMARY The Pre-Sales Application Engineer (Controls) supports the sales and marketing efforts of CIMTECs product lines. They review potential applications and provide interpretation of customer specifications to determine the proper equipment to be supplied. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Specify/Recommend appropriate products from CIMTEC's line-card to satisfy customer needs and meet their budget requirements. Conduct demonstrations and online trials of products at customer sites, trade shows, seminars, and events. Make field service calls to troubleshoot, fix, replace, or modify existing systems and components. Participate in joint sales calls with the outside sales staff, for the purpose of, lending technical support to their efforts. Respond to customer inquiries, requests, and complaints with urgency, and ensure resolution in a timely manner. Complete understanding of the CIMTEC product line encompassing industrial automation control systems including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), industrial communication devices, Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI's), and drives (servo & VFD). Familiarity with modern industrial networks (Ethernet) and communication protocols (Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, etc), and legacy serial communications (RS232/485). Provides expertise in the integration of CIMTEC line card products with devices such as Vision Systems, PLCs, HMIs, or Robots. Deliver training of the automation products sold by our distribution partners for both internal and external audiences. Provides account intelligence to sales when communicating with or visiting customers to help CIMTEC win. Travel (40%): Some travel is required to customer sites or training locations, including occasional stays for multiple nights. Most travel is local or regional, but could be nation?wide. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years of professional specializing in industrial controls EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS BS degree in an engineering specialty with a preference towards Electrical engineering TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS Familiarity with automation brands typically utilized by CIMTEC Automation including: Understanding of basic electrical design principles using software applications such as AutoCAD OTHER QUALIFICATIONS A valid drivers license. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Why Build a Career with Us? Everyones an Owner of the Company: Because every team member contributes to Flow Control Groups success, everyone has the benefits of ownership Flow Control Group has a broad-based employee ownership program extended to every employee within our portfolio companies. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy an attractive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (among other plans), competitive 401(k) matching program, career growth opportunities, employee referral program, paid time off and holidays, as well as parental leave. Training: FCG University learning and training platform available to all employees offering over 80k courses. Career Growth Opportunities: At Flow Control Group, we are committed to your professional development. With a vast network of over 100 brands across North America, we provide unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer custom training programs, mentorship, and a supportive environment to help you achieve your goals. Join us and be part of a dynamic team where your contributions make a real impact. Equal Opportunity Employer: Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristics. CIMTEC Automation, 3915 Shopton Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America #J-18808-Ljbffr