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Transform the everyday with us! 

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our team.

Siemens Digital Industries is seeking a motivated Application Engineer to join our Sales Acceleration team. This role is a hybrid office position, based in Boston, MA.

As a valued member of the Sales Acceleration Team, the Application Engineer – motion control plays a pivotal role in driving automation sales success. Working closely with the field sales organization, you will accelerate the adoption of Siemens automation solutions by being assigned to high‑priority customers and providing both hands‑on and remote technical support throughout the sales lifecycle. An Application Engineer – motion control brings expertise in designing complex automation architectures involving multiple products and technologies, with specialized experience in motion control. This role blends deep technical knowledge with customer-facing collaboration, offering a dynamic and rewarding career path at the intersection of engineering and sales. This position requires up to 25% travel.

We are looking for An Application Engineer. This position will be based in Alpharetta, GA, or Boston, MA.  

[Role Description]  

• Acts as the technical lead for motion control solutions for the US market.
• Applies acquired process, product and/or equipment knowledge based on current industry trends, best practices, performance, price and functionality.
• Provides technical product advice for the development and implementation of complex or unique customer solutions.
• Prepares and presents detailed technical proposals, including product demonstrations and solution prototypes.
• Performs complex hardware and/or software design consultation in accordance with customer/project needs.
• Serves as a senior escalation point for resolving complex technical challenges, providing on-site support when necessary to ensure customer satisfaction and system reliability.
• Coordinates with team members to develop and implement effective technical knowledge transfer to customers, Siemens, and channel personnel.
• Generates specific technical collateral such as application notes and examples for reuse by others.
• Assist customers with commissioning machines, debugging complex drives and motion control systems and machine processes, testing and tuning technology functions, and optimizing machine performance.
• Implements a yearly learning and development plan focusing on technical skills and engineering soft skills.
• Drives the adoption and integration of advanced motion control technologies to enhance customer competitiveness, accelerate time-to-market, and support Siemens’ growth objectives in the U.S. automation market. Aligns technical solutions with business strategy to deliver measurable value through innovation, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Facilitates technical communication across departments to ensure seamless integration of solutions, accelerate project timelines, and enhance overall customer experience.
• Provides technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams by sharing expertise, guiding solution development, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:  

Basic Qualifications:  

• 5+ years of experience in automation/motion control systems with direct PLC programming experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with limited violations
• Bachelor of Science in electrical/computer/mechanical engineering or computer science.
• Solution fitting
• Proof of concept
• Tech selling
• Mentoring
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging. Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning and seizes more opportunity than others. Can rally the organization behind the right opportunities and initiatives.
• Perseverance: Pursues everything with energy, drive and need to finish. Seldom gives up before finishing, in face of resistance and setbacks.
• Customer Focus: Intense customers focus and uses customer information for improvement in products and service.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Controllers (PLCs)
• Industrial Networking
• HMI Panels
• SCADA
• PC-Based Automation
• Machine Safety
• Motion Control and Drives
• Prior experience with Siemens Automation is a plus

You’ll benefit from:  

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html 

About Siemens: 

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here. 

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us. 

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