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# Applications Engineer (industrial automation components)

- **Company:** 1st St. NW
- **Location:** Minnetonka, MN, United States
- **Salary:** $75,000.0 - $88,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Performance Management, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Office, Software Requirements Analysis
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2d47d8144e058ea6

## About the Role

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar, preferred
1+ year of professional engineering experience
Interest in a sales / application support role (and welcoming engineers looking to transition into a Sales or Applications Engineer path!)
Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and application requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - includes performing engineering calculations
Strong communication skills - includes ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical personnel
Basic knowledge of automation components (motors, drives, and motion control systems, etc.)
Strong Microsoft Office experience
Ability to work on site
Ability to pass a drug test

## Description

Provide technical sales and application support for electric / automation products
Assist customers, distributors, and sales personnel with product selection, sizing, installation, and troubleshooting of motion control products (electric actuators, motors, drives, etc.)
Perform engineering calculations related to motion dynamics, system requirements, and application performance
Recommend product solutions based on customer application requirements
Provide product training, technical presentations, and application guidance to customers, distributors, and internal teams
Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Product Management, and Customer Service to support business objectives
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance customer experience, product application support, and internal processes