Senior Automation Solutions Engineer
JOB DETAILS:
- Job Title: Senior Automation Solutions Engineer
- Location: Remote with 75-100% travel throughout the USA
- Compensation: $90k-$110k annually + 10% bonus*
- Must live near a regional airport due to heavy travel requirements
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:
Activity & Amount of Time:
- Stand: Over 2/3
- Walk: Over 2/3
- Sit: Under 1/3
- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: 1/3 to 2/3
- Reach with hands and arms: 1/3 to 2/3
- Climb or balance: 1/3 to 2/3
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: 1/3 to 2/3
- Talk or hear: 1/3 to 2/3
- Lift Up to 25lbs: Over 2/3
Key words: automation installation, machine vision, RFID, field service engineer, automation commissioning, conveyor systems, industrial automation, controls troubleshooting, industrial scanning, Cognex, Keyence, PLC troubleshooting, electro-mechanical.
Peak Technologies provides end-to-end enterprise mobility, managed services, printing and mobile data capture solutions for performance-driven organizations focused on the optimization of supply chain and field-based business processes. Peak Technologies' in-depth industry-specific experience, state-of-the-art solutions and managed services, and exemplary customer support provide transformational business solutions and results that deliver greater ROI and outstanding value.Peak Technologies serves as a trusted business partner for some of the world's largest companies, while also supporting local and regional customers with an extensive coverage footprint throughout North America and Europe.
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