Electrical Application Engineer

About The Role

Provide power transmission application expertise to SEW-EURODRIVE personnel and customers for the purpose of maintaining established sales activity and increasing new sales of SEW-EURODRIVE products within the Corporate guidelines. Customers are to be handled with a view toward growth and long-term relationships while maintaining a consistent and businesslike attitude.

Pay Range: $70-$100K

Shift: 1st Shift

Top five skills and abilities for this position:

• Ability to operate various test instruments, i.e., multimeters, oscilloscopes, strip chart recorders, etc.
• Must have experience with AC variable frequency controllers and servo motor controllers.
• Basic soldering skills.
• Must become knowledgeable in the applications of the customers’ equipment.
• Must have strong initiative in order to solve problems which fall outside of documented processes. This requires the ability to collect and interpret information into solutions that are in the best interest of the company.
• Must have strong computer programming skills and background.
• Knowledge of various types of PLC’s and ability to troubleshoot and modify programs.
  
  

Top five actual tasks related to this position:

• Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting/repair of SEW-EURODRIVE electronic and electro/mechanical products to customers.
• Provide technical assistance over the phone.
• Assist in setting up electronic controllers for customer orders.
• Attend meetings, seminars, trade shows, conduct field service and assist customers with application expertise.
• Assist SEW-EURODRIVE DSM’s and customers with application expertise including both mechanical and electrical design engineering.
• Catalog and maintain technical information relating to SEW-EURODRIVE products and applications.
• Generate material for and conduct maintenance and product seminars and trainings.
  
  

Although we have described above what we are generally looking for, we are very likely missing other attributes and skills that may make you a great fit! Please tell us about your other skills and abilities by applying and listing your additional attributes.

A 10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

SEW-EURODRIVE provides a generous benefits package to all full time employee. These benefits start on DAY ONE!

There is no monthly premium required for Employee's coverage:

• Medical Insurance - Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Audio, and Prescription Drug coverage $125 annual reimbursement for purchase of eligible vitamins & minerals
• Life Insurance worth 2.5 times annual base pay. Includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Disability - Includes both Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care Made available annually during open enrollment
• Timely Evaluations with potential for a pay increase - New Employees are evaluated every six months for the first two years then annually thereafter
• Paid Vacation - 2-weeks of vacation accrual per year to start, which increases after five years and ten years of service
• Holiday Pay - Twelve (12) paid holidays per year
• Retirement Benefits - Includes 401(k) with Profit Sharing Contribution and 200% Company Match on the first 3% that you defer to your 401K account
• Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions - Unused time is paid out annually
• Paid Parental Leave - To assist and support new parents with balancing work and family matters
• Onsite Clinic Services - On location medical services by licensed providers at no cost to employees
• Education Assistance Programs - Student Loan Repayment / Tuition Assistance options
• Counseling Resources - Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online
• Wellness Resources - Utilizing a comprehensive, interactive, and personalized wellness program with potential to earn points for awards / gift cards
• Uniforms and Subsidies - Uniforms (for shop employees) are provided and a subsidy for the annual purchase of safety shoes is included
• Employee Assistance Programs - Five programs to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances
• Insure Choice Plan Group Discounts - Auto, Home, Pet coverage, Legal insurance, and more at a group discount rate
  
  

Additional job requirements and responsibilities would be discussed during the interview process.