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# Applications Engineer

- **Company:** Cognex Corporation
- **Location:** Aachen, Germany
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Microsoft Windows, Computer Vision, Business Systems, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Visual Basic .NET (Programming Language), Warehouse Management Systems, Information Technology, Vba Programming Language, Data Analytics, Programming Languages
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://cognex.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Career_Site/job/Aachen-Germany/Applications-Engineer_R0012688-1

## About the Role

* Develops a general technical knowledge of Cognex's vision and sensor product families.
 * General knowledge of image processing, optics and/or lighting for machine vision is desirable or can be developed quickly.
 * General knowledge of industrial communication methods, networks, programming languages*, controls (installation, wiring, operability), PLCs, and/or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
 * *Programming languages may include: javascript, VB, VB.Net, C#, .Net, C++
 * General industry knowledge to include movement of product, understanding of motion control, robotics, and other automation equipment.
 * General knowledge of controls engineering concepts such as installation, wiring, and operability from prior experience
 * Working knowledge of MS Office applications. Windows based PC industrial connectivity in a lab and automation environment.

Skills and Abilities

 * Solid understanding of electro-mechanical solutions.
 * Solid ability to conduct and troubleshoot onsite optimizations, perform trials, and conduct data analytics to improve performance on solutions.
 * Solid ability to handle challenging customer situations.
 * Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively establish relationships, communicate, influence, and present to various stakeholders
 * Solid presentation skills, * Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as Engineering, Computer Science; or an otherwise equivalent technical experience
 * Typically requires a minimum of 2-4 years of experience in technical application development. Experience in a related or high-tech industry preferred.
 * Ability to adapt to flexible working hours including the availability to work evening and weekend hours or varying work patterns depending on customer or project needs. Ability to be on-call and respond to customer emergencies.
 * Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, sometimes on short notice. Travel will vary depending on region, time of year, and customer needs.
 * Ability to work safely in industrial environments by strictly following safety guidelines and protocols (may vary per region/customer). This job has physical requirements including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds (appx. 23 kilograms).
 * Must maintain customer confidentiality to protect confidential or sensitive customer information.
 * English language proficiency (written and oral).

## Description

* Provides application guidance for medium-complexity applications across Cognex products and prioritizes as necessary. For complex applications, may require the support of more experienced AEs.
 * Provides standard integration of Cognex products with devices such as PLCs, PCs, or Controllers
 * Performs standard troubleshooting for Cognex products and develops knowledge of peripheral technology
 * Supports Sales with technical inputs when communicating with or visiting customers to help Cognex win.
 * Shares findings with the AE community
 * Responsible for maintaining business systems information in a timely manner for accurate reporting
 * Provides product/customer feedback to AE Manager to improve products.