Job Title: Senior Automation Solutions Engineer

Location: Remote with 75-100% travel throughout the USA

Compensation: $90k-$110k annually + 10% bonus*

Job Summary:

As a Senior Automation Solutions Engineer, you will lead the installation, integration, and support of advanced industrial systems, including machine vision systems, RFID solutions, and emerging automation technologies. This role requires a highly skilled, customer-facing professional with strong technical expertise in electrical, mechanical, and networking systems. You will serve as a subject matter expert, mentor junior technicians, and ensure successful deployments in fast-paced, high-demand environments.

Key Responsibilities

• System Installation & Integration: Lead installation, setup, and configuration of advanced systems such as machine vision tunnels, RFID systems, conveyors, and robotics.
• Technical Leadership: Provide expert guidance on installation best practices, system calibration, and troubleshooting. Mentor and train junior technicians and customer teams on system operation and maintenance.
• Customer Engagement: Act as the primary technical contact during installations, ensuring clear communication and exceptional customer service. Conduct site assessments to verify infrastructure readiness (power, networking, environmental conditions).
• Troubleshooting & Support: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues during and after installation. Perform preventive maintenance and create detailed service reports.
• Documentation & Compliance: Develop and maintain installation guides, wiring diagrams, and calibration reports. Ensure compliance with safety standards (Lockout-Tagout, Hazmat, Industrial Safety).
• Travel: Travel extensively (75–100%) to customer sites across the U.S., including overnight stays.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Engineering, Electronics, or related field (bachelor’s preferred) OR 7+ years of equivalent experience.
• Experience: 5+ years in field service or installation roles, with advanced experience in: Machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Basler, Matrox, Teledyne/FLIR). PLC integration (Allen Bradley, Siemens). Electrical and mechanical system installation and troubleshooting.
• Skills: Knowledge of IP networking and industrial communication protocols. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and create technical documentation. Proficiency with Microsoft Windows-based applications.
• Other Requirements: Valid driver’s license and ability to qualify for company credit card. Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in physically demanding environments.

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE TARGETS

• SERVICE DELIVERY: Sustained, measured excellence in project & process delivery
• COST TO SERVE: Sustained, measured excellence in delivery efficiency with expected continuous improvement
• INNOVATION: Step changed delivery in safety, quality, and/or cost

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Primary language used in daily operations is English. Additional primary company languages include Spanish, French, and Dutch. Read and interpret documents, procedure manuals and various correspondence from both internal and external. Speak effectively, both individually and before groups of both external customers and/or various levels of employees within the organization.

SUPERVISION

Role is not responsible for supervising direct or indirect reports

DECISION MAKING + REASONING

Able to take accountability and responsibility for business target delivery and decision making

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Peak Senior Management Team, Key Customer Sr. Leadership, Key Vendor Sr. Leadership

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS