Automation Technical Specialist

@ SunSource

Automation Technical Specialist

Posted 2 months ago

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About the job

SunSource is a leading industrial distributor with 270+ locations, providing products in Fluid Power, Automation, and Industrial Components, focusing on sales, technical support, and customer solutions.

Requirements

BS in ME/IE/EE preferred
2+ years experience in automation sales
Knowledge of automation controls
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, AutoCAD
PLC Programming and troubleshooting

Qualifications

Experience with automated manufacturing
Ability to develop cost-effective solutions
Field sales experience preferred
Mechanical and electrical design knowledge

Full job description

SunSource and its family of companies represent 270+ locations and 4,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and value-added solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Repair. www.sun-source.com

Position Description: The Automation Technical Specialist will penetrate the market within the Industrial Business Unit and achieve established goals in terms of sales, gross margin generation, and specific company initiatives within the Automation product lines. Also, provides technical assistance to field Account Managers.

Essential Functions

Strong understand of Automation Controls & Software
Assess customer needs
Specify products
Prepare customer proposals, make customer presentation and resulting quotations
Determine costs
Service customers via telephone
Service customers on site
Develop technical drawings
PLC/Software

Codesys Experience requested
I/O Link Experience requested
Manage products and supplier relationships
Evaluate industry trends and new technology

Required Qualifications

BS in ME/IE/EE or equivalent preferred
2+ years experience as a Field Sales Engineer for automation systems. Previous experience working for a distributor preferred.
Specific knowledge and experience with design, manufacture and integration of automated manufacturing, material handling, assembly and test equipment and mechanical and electrical design concepts and motion control.
Ability to develop creative cost-effective solutions to meet customer’s needs.
Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel and AutoCAD, PLC Programming and troubleshooting.

SunSource offers an industry competitive compensation plan and excellent company benefits including medical, dental and 401(k). To learn more about SunSource, visit our web site at www.sun-source.com.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D. WE PARTICIPATE IN E-Verify. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned. Sun-Source | Privacy Policy

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