Application Engineer (Safety & PLC Solutions)

The Application Engineer combines technical expertise and domain knowledge to support sales, deliver solutions, and drive successful projects. Acting as a product expert in safety and controllers, the role involves customer engagement, applications consulting, project support, demos, and pilots for new business opportunities.

Technical Support

• Design and implement safety and PLC solutions across industrial applications.
• Provide training, technical support, and troubleshooting (HW/SW) for partners, customers, and internal teams.
• Lead implementation projects, coordinate with vendors and internal teams, and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Develop system solutions, proposals, bid responses, and technical presentations.
• Support solution integration through site visits, requirement specifications, documentation, and testing plans.
• Drive innovation by developing proofs-of-concept/prototypes using Omron products.
• Continuously acquire knowledge in industrial automation to enhance solutions.

Sales Support

• Provide technical expertise, presales consultation, and product/project presentations to support deal closures.
• Collaborate with sales teams to map customer requirements and deliver optimized solutions.
• Share insights on competitors’ products and customer needs with Sales & Marketing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in software, electronics, or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 0 - 2 years of experience in industrial safety, controllers, or automation systems implementation
• Strong problem-solving skills with hands-on HW/SW capability, including system architecture, firmware, drivers, OS, and applications
• Ability to interpret engineering diagrams, troubleshoot electrical/production issues, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Fluency in English (written & verbal); willingness to travel 15–30%
• Technical certifications/licensing preferred; knowledge of machine learning/AI a plus

Benefits

• Work with cutting-edge automation and robotics technologies in a rapidly growing industry.
• Competitive salary package with career growth opportunities.
• Be part of a dynamic and innovative work environment with access to OMRON’s global expertise.