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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Engineer - Physical AI - **Company:** FANUC America Corporation - **Location:** Rochester Hills, MI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Computer Networks, Linux, Emulators, Python (Programming Language), Motion Planning, Software Product Management, Robotic Automation Software, Simulation Software, Digital Twin, 3d Solid and Surface Modeling, Information Technology, Fanuc, Automation Anywhere, Docker - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gm93xt ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent relevant experience + Minimum three years of experience in industrial and robotic automation + Strong coding skillset (Python, C++, CMake, etc.) + Experience or exposure with external motion planning and/or control + Proficiency in ROS 2, computer networking, Docker, and Linux OS + Experience with modern simulation and emulation software products + Experience with FANUC robot and simulation software What Would Be Even Better + Master's degree or Doctorate in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field + 5+ years of industrial and/or robotic automation experience + Experience with Nvidia Isaac Sim, Isaac Lab, and Omniverse + Experience implementing AI workflows for automation systems + Experience in software product management + Experience with 2D and 3D design software It's Your Move ## Description In this role as our Application Engineer you will be responsible for supporting the application of FANUC software products in the areas of physical AI, external motion control, and virtual commissioning & digital twin technologies for both internal and external customers. How It's Done + Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert for physical AI and virtual commissioning applications, guiding customers, engineering teams, and sales on the effective use of FANUC products + Provide both pre - and post - sales technical support, including application reviews, feasibility studies, simulations, demonstrations, customer presentations, troubleshooting, and application optimization + Investigate and manage product and application issues by identifying root causes, evaluating corrective actions, and communicating clearly with cross - functional teams + Support product planning and development by contributing application and market insights, reviewing documentation, evaluating product performance and competitive offerings, and supporting customer - facing materials + Develop new and emerging applications and market opportunities by researching use cases, validating solution concepts, and performing proof - of - concept testing in collaboration with sales and product teams + Provide technical input to new products and technologies by defining application requirements, evaluating features, and supporting validation and testing efforts in partnership with FANUC R&D + Concept, develop, and support demonstration systems for tradeshows, customer engagements, and marketing initiatives to showcase FANUC robotics solutions + Conduct market and application analysis to identify opportunities for new intelligent products, software enhancements, and digital twin-enabled virtual commissioning solutions ## Related Videos - [Code to Road in < 12 hours](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1082-code-to-road-in-12-hours) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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