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. Join us and help set
the world in motion! Welcome to Bosch Rexroth.
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 Factory Automation Applications Engineer, you will primarily be focused
on Automation/Electrification (AE) products, but you should be familiar
working with Linear Technology (LT) and Assembly Technology (AT)
technologies. In the assigned Region or Business Unit, you will:
Interpret customer specifications, make specific product recommendations,
and assist with selection of products/solutions
Work with both Distribution Partners and Direct Customers to help ensure
that electric drives, controls, and communications are successfully
applied/implemented to modern machinery and equipment for automation,
assembly, test, material flow, etc.
Perform technical analysis of machine and application requirements and
select best suitable products/solutions (sizing, selecting, applying,
hands-on support).
Demonstrate/present key product capabilities and advantages to customers.
Generate samples of code for communication, PLC, HMI, drives/motion
control and provide startup assistance.
Support the electric drive and control products in mechatronic systems.
Prepare and participate in product workshops and presentations for
customers and trade show events (internal and external).
Travel Requirement: On average of 25%; but can be up to 40% at certain
times.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical / Controls / Automation Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering (with electrical/controls experience) or
equivalent with 3+ years of experience (7+ for Senior Level position) in
programming and integrating automation equipment
Experience meeting customer needs by defining and supporting the best
electric drive and control solution
PLC and motion control programming experience
Use of open communication standards (fieldbus and higher-level
protocols)
Electric drive setup and tuning (frequency / servo / direct type drive
systems)
Generate modern HMI solutions with web-based tools
Use of sizing/selection software tools
Effective communication and presentation skills, written and verbal,
dependable and a positive attitude and responsiveness toward customers
Entrepreneurial driven mindset
Familiar working with Linear Technology (LT) and Assembly Technology
(AT) technologies
Preferred Requirments:
Suitable knowledge of primary served industry segments (Assembly,
Automotive, Medical, Food and Packaging, EV/Battery, Semicon)
Knowledge in optimized control system architecture setup
Experience in programming PLC/PAC control systems with motion
Knowledge of programming IEC61131-3
Applying and using fieldbus connections in control systems (e.g., PLCs,
PACs, etc.) with industrial protocols (e.g., Ether CAT, Sercos,
PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, TCP IP, CAN bus).
Familiar with communication methods and setups to higher level factory
production/execution/IIoT systems (Ethernet TCP/IP, VPN/Firewall, etc.)
Drive parameter setup and system tuning of drives running AC and PM
motors/servos (open/closed loop)
Experience applying functional safety products
Programming experience using high-level programming languages (C++,
Python, MQTT, Java, Rest API, JSON, Node Red, ...)
Experience with Linux Ubuntu environment
Machine learning applications
Use of simulation software tools
Competence with TSN and 5G
Use of CAD Electrical software
Additional Information
BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering &
Mathematics) Initiatives
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.
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