Robotics Application Engineer

External Description

Work at OMRON!

Omron is a leading global manufacturer of industrial automation products focused on sensing and control technologies. Omron Automation-Americas, headquartered in Hoffman Estates, IL, is the industrial automation subsidiary of Omron Corporation, a $8 billion global technology company celebrating more than 80 years of success.

The Application Engineer will be a highly motivated team player who will provide first class pre-sales support and proof of concept to our end customers, distribution network and salespeople in this region, the ideal candidate will be Alabama.

We require an entrepreneurial minded self-starter who can work with minimal supervision. In addition to answering technical questions, creating sample programs, sizing and BOM creation for complex motion, automation robotics solutions, as well as assisting in the sales and support of OMRON products and services, successful candidates must be capable of working on their own assignments and looking for opportunities on their own.

About the location:

Novi, MI

Omron Automation Americas - Proof of Concept Center, Detroit

Our Commitment to Employees:

• Training and Career Development Program to give employees a learning path with the necessary tools and resources they need to help build their career at Omron.
• Great financial opportunities with competitive compensation, immediate 401k match with 100% vesting, profit sharing, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits.
• Community Awareness that includes activities with local non-profit organizations and a Matching Gift Program.
• Work-Life Balance with Flexible Work Arrangements, Flexible Work Hours, and Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay.
• Wellness Activities such as Walking Contests, Nutritional Learning Sessions, On Site Flu shots and Health Screenings.

Responsibilities

• To conform with U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government.
• Demonstrate broad knowledge and experience across mechanical, electrical, and software engineering, and should be comfortable both working alongside design engineering, and helping to guide customers as they seek to incorporate fixed, collaborative and mobile robotic technologies into their automation plans.
• Provide pre-sales engineering support to Sales team members to identify and recommend robotics solutions to applications at customers.
• Complete demos and studies that involve design of simple machine fixtures and tooling
• Complete and communicate reports summarizing the findings and videos documenting the testing performed.

Job Requirements (Top 4-5 requirements)

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology or Relevant Experience in Automation (e.g., EE / Mechatronics / Industrial / Mechanical / Vision)
• 3 to 5 years' experience supporting automation product. 5 to 7 years' experience in servo and motion controls products, robot programming, and integration of manufacturing systems
• Must be able to maintain knowledge on current and new technologies within Omron and the overall automation industry.
• A deemed Export License may be required.

Don't meet every single requirement?Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Omron, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Omron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.