Applications Engineer

Company Description

Our drive and control technologies ensure efficient, powerful and safe movement in machines and systems of any size. We inspire our customers with intelligent components, tailored system solutions, and services – from fully connected applications to the factory of the future. Bosch Rexroth is dedicated to making the world a better place through innovation and technology. We are looking for associates who will take on our customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found and who will thrive in a face-paced, collaborative and exciting environment.

Why work with Bosch Rexroth?

• Challenging Projects: We are driven by innovation and being at the cutting edge of everything that we do. At Bosch Rexroth every day is different and your time will be filled with interesting and exciting projects.
• Amazing Colleagues: Our people make us who we are, and we are very proud of our diverse and skilled global team. Having a supportive and encouraging team around you can make all the difference.
• Learning and Development: We want you to reach your fullest potential, for both yourself and for Bosch Rexroth. That’s why we actively promote growth and development.
• Change the World: We want to give you the opportunity to not only drive your career forward but also to change the world. The work we do at Bosch Rexroth can make a big difference to the world around you.
• Social & Value-Driven: We have a tradition of assuming social responsibility in all that we do. Our success, and our roadmap for the  future, is based on our lived values. This covers everything, from community to the environment, to being a social employer.
• Flexibility & Freedom: We strive to give you a balance between your work and home life, as well as the freedom to drive your career forward.
• International Opportunities: We are a truly global, fully networked company, with locations in more than 80 countries all over the world.

Join us and help set the world in motion!

Hägglunds Drives is an integrated part of Bosch Rexroth. The Hägglunds product name can still be found on the tough and reliable Hägglunds products and drive systems. A Hägglunds direct drive system comprises a hydraulic motor and a flexibly placed drive unit, overseen by a control and monitoring system. Mounted directly on the driven shaft, the compact motor supplies reliable power. The force and direction of the motor’s rotation is determined by the fast-acting hydraulic pumps in the drive unit, while the control and monitoring system provides information and advanced functionality. Supporting these components is a wide range of valves and accessories, creating even greater flexibility in installation and operation.

The Bosch Rexroth facility in Grove City, Ohio is the headquarters for Large Hydraulic Drives (Hägglunds products) in the U.S.

Job Description

The Applications Engineer works closely with the Sales team as the primary technical product support interface to our external and internal customers by supporting the selection of the right products/solutions for an application.  As a Drive Systems Applications Engineer, you will primarily be focused on Hagglunds Drive System (HD) products. In this role, you will:

• Interpret customer specifications, make specific product recommendations, and assist with selection of products/solutions.
• Work with both the Sales team and Customers to help ensure that the hydraulic drives, hydraulic motors, and controls, are successfully applied/implemented to best fit the customer’s requirements.
• Assist in technical analysis of machine and application requirements and select best suitable products/solutions (sizing, selecting, applying, hands-on support).
• Provide support for drive unit control and provide startup assistance to service team.
• Determine suitable replacements for components that have become obsolete or have long lead-times.
• Support non-standard requests for power units.
• Participate in customer visits to confirm solutions and scope of supply as requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, etc)  and minimum of 3 years experience with hydraulic systems or power transmission applications.
• Customer facing experience providing technical support
• Effective communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, dependable and a positive attitude and responsiveness toward customers.
• Entrepreneurial driven mindset.
• Experience in using 2D and 3D software.
• Travel Requirement: Average of 20%.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Hagglunds technology.
• Prior work experience in one of the following industry segments (Mining, Recycling, Chemical, Material Handling, Marine & Offshore, Rubber & Plastics, Pulp & Paper).
• Experience with control systems (e.g. PLC, machine control systems). 
• Applying and using fieldbus connections in control systems (e.g., PLCs, PACs, etc.) with industrial protocols (e.g., PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, CAN bus).

Additional Information

BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only.  Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce - EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled.