Festo USA
Mechatronics Application Engineer - Chicago, IL
Festo USA, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Mechatronics Application Engineer - Chicago, IL
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Mechatronics Application Engineer – Chicago, IL
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Festo USA .
Founded in 1925, Festo Corporation is the leading worldwide supplier of automation technology and the performance leader in industrial training and education programs. Festo has been providing impetus for factory automation and offers a wide product and service portfolio – from individual components to complex customized solutions and systems. As a family‑owned company, we act from a holistic perspective, taking responsibility for our actions globally and locally, and aiming to contribute to the quality of life and conservation of resources through new technologies, knowledge and education.
Core Values
We are Ambitious
We are Determined
We are Visionary
We Value Each Other
We are Dependable
In this capacity you will work closely with our customers to solve their automation needs by designing and implementing innovative, complex mechatronic solutions. This role is customer‑focused and technical.
Summary The Application Engineer (MAE) plays a vital role in enhancing sales and market share for Festo in the North American Market. They specialize in Mechatronics, focusing on motion control technology and products including servo drives and motors, PLCs, HMIs, motion controllers, I/O devices, ball screw and toothed belt electromechanical actuators, and Cartesian robots. The MAE provides in‑depth technical knowledge during the pre‑sales phase, considers commercial factors, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, and leads post‑sales technical support to guide customers from project inception to acceptance/operation, thereby closing the sales cycle and creating new opportunities.
Key Accountabilities
Provide technical advice and support to sales, distribution partners, and customers regarding specific applications and production processes within industry segments.
Create technical content for marketing activities, including application or video tutorials.
Engage with external control groups on public platforms to stay updated on market trends.
Develop and foster relationships with controls engineers at customer organizations.
Maintain regular communication with other MAEs and Technical Support colleagues across North America (Canada, United States, and Mexico) to share product and application information.
Provide onsite customer support for prototype startups to conduct proof of concept and possess good working knowledge of third‑party PLC software, network configuration, and device integration, including product sizing and selection.
Establish and maintain a repository of common software applications and libraries to streamline the commissioning process for customer applications.
Gather customer feedback on product and solution usage and relay it to Product Management for future development.
Collaborate closely with the Technical Support department to provide timely solutions for technical support tickets.
Evaluate the technical and commercial feasibility of proposals based on comprehensive technical and application knowledge.
Discuss technical proposals, including controls and electromechanical products and solutions to optimize machine performance with a strong focus on increasing component sales.
Contribute to discussions on machine concepts to optimize the design of automated machinery, defining specifications and concepts.
Provide support on matters related to norms and regulations.
Identify and secure projects based on exceptional application, automation, and sector competence.
Share knowledge with Business Drivers to promote the adoption of solutions.
May be required to work additional hours beyond normal business hours to fulfill essential duties and responsibilities, including occasional short‑duration efforts.
Travel may be necessary for business purposes, such as skill development, training, customer visits, or company events. Travel arrangements will be determined by the company and may include visits to Corporate Headquarters or regional offices.
Core Dimensions
Problem‑solver mentality.
Acts as the key technical interface between the customer and all relevant technical departments within Festo during the pre‑sales phase of specific applications for the industry segments, always in coordination with the Sales Engineer.
Provides technical training and arranges knowledge transfer to the MAE and Business Development teams for the specific products/applications of the relevant industry segment.
Works closely with Technical Support to address any outstanding customer technical issues.
Experience / Education Preferred
English language, Spanish a plus.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret moderate to complex documents.
Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to make effective speeches and present technical or complex topics to customers.
Microsoft Office suite experience.
Experience with IEC61131‑3 programming languages. Familiarity with CODESYS, Rockwell Automation Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal, Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 and/or Omron Sysmac Studio. Plus: Python, C++, C#, LabVIEW.
Familiarity with EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, TCP/IP, IO-Link.
Understanding of motion control concepts, PLCs and distributed I/O.
Ability to size and design servo motor applications.
Familiarity with pneumatics and pneumatic control logic.
Troubleshooting skills.
CAD knowledge.
Bachelor’s Degree (BS in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering); MBA preferred.
5–10+ years minimum experience in project managing, controls engineering, sales, and technical support in industrial automation.
Experience at Festo a plus.
Mechatronics, electromechanical or robotics engineering. Solid knowledge of industrial automation.
Experience in sales and customer responsibility.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
The salary range for this position is
$118,150–$139,000 .
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Customer Service and Sales
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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Mechatronics Application Engineer – Chicago, IL
role at
Festo USA .
Founded in 1925, Festo Corporation is the leading worldwide supplier of automation technology and the performance leader in industrial training and education programs. Festo has been providing impetus for factory automation and offers a wide product and service portfolio – from individual components to complex customized solutions and systems. As a family‑owned company, we act from a holistic perspective, taking responsibility for our actions globally and locally, and aiming to contribute to the quality of life and conservation of resources through new technologies, knowledge and education.
Core Values
We are Ambitious
We are Determined
We are Visionary
We Value Each Other
We are Dependable
In this capacity you will work closely with our customers to solve their automation needs by designing and implementing innovative, complex mechatronic solutions. This role is customer‑focused and technical.
Summary The Application Engineer (MAE) plays a vital role in enhancing sales and market share for Festo in the North American Market. They specialize in Mechatronics, focusing on motion control technology and products including servo drives and motors, PLCs, HMIs, motion controllers, I/O devices, ball screw and toothed belt electromechanical actuators, and Cartesian robots. The MAE provides in‑depth technical knowledge during the pre‑sales phase, considers commercial factors, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, and leads post‑sales technical support to guide customers from project inception to acceptance/operation, thereby closing the sales cycle and creating new opportunities.
Key Accountabilities
Provide technical advice and support to sales, distribution partners, and customers regarding specific applications and production processes within industry segments.
Create technical content for marketing activities, including application or video tutorials.
Engage with external control groups on public platforms to stay updated on market trends.
Develop and foster relationships with controls engineers at customer organizations.
Maintain regular communication with other MAEs and Technical Support colleagues across North America (Canada, United States, and Mexico) to share product and application information.
Provide onsite customer support for prototype startups to conduct proof of concept and possess good working knowledge of third‑party PLC software, network configuration, and device integration, including product sizing and selection.
Establish and maintain a repository of common software applications and libraries to streamline the commissioning process for customer applications.
Gather customer feedback on product and solution usage and relay it to Product Management for future development.
Collaborate closely with the Technical Support department to provide timely solutions for technical support tickets.
Evaluate the technical and commercial feasibility of proposals based on comprehensive technical and application knowledge.
Discuss technical proposals, including controls and electromechanical products and solutions to optimize machine performance with a strong focus on increasing component sales.
Contribute to discussions on machine concepts to optimize the design of automated machinery, defining specifications and concepts.
Provide support on matters related to norms and regulations.
Identify and secure projects based on exceptional application, automation, and sector competence.
Share knowledge with Business Drivers to promote the adoption of solutions.
May be required to work additional hours beyond normal business hours to fulfill essential duties and responsibilities, including occasional short‑duration efforts.
Travel may be necessary for business purposes, such as skill development, training, customer visits, or company events. Travel arrangements will be determined by the company and may include visits to Corporate Headquarters or regional offices.
Core Dimensions
Problem‑solver mentality.
Acts as the key technical interface between the customer and all relevant technical departments within Festo during the pre‑sales phase of specific applications for the industry segments, always in coordination with the Sales Engineer.
Provides technical training and arranges knowledge transfer to the MAE and Business Development teams for the specific products/applications of the relevant industry segment.
Works closely with Technical Support to address any outstanding customer technical issues.
Experience / Education Preferred
English language, Spanish a plus.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret moderate to complex documents.
Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to make effective speeches and present technical or complex topics to customers.
Microsoft Office suite experience.
Experience with IEC61131‑3 programming languages. Familiarity with CODESYS, Rockwell Automation Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal, Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 and/or Omron Sysmac Studio. Plus: Python, C++, C#, LabVIEW.
Familiarity with EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, TCP/IP, IO-Link.
Understanding of motion control concepts, PLCs and distributed I/O.
Ability to size and design servo motor applications.
Familiarity with pneumatics and pneumatic control logic.
Troubleshooting skills.
CAD knowledge.
Bachelor’s Degree (BS in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering); MBA preferred.
5–10+ years minimum experience in project managing, controls engineering, sales, and technical support in industrial automation.
Experience at Festo a plus.
Mechatronics, electromechanical or robotics engineering. Solid knowledge of industrial automation.
Experience in sales and customer responsibility.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
The salary range for this position is
$118,150–$139,000 .
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Customer Service and Sales
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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