Application Engineer -Automated Optical Inspection Systems
Apply NowCompany: OMRON Industrial Automation
Location: Hull, TX 77564
Description:
Omron Inspection Systems Division is looking for an energetic Application Engineer based at our Americas headquarters in Hoffman Estates, Illinois or our Prof of Concept location in Dallas, Texas. The Application Engineer will have focused support in automated optical inspection (AOI).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFCATIONS:
Education: Bachelor of Science, Electrical or Mechanical, in Engineering from a four year college or related technical school.
Experience: 5-7 years of SMT-manufacturing related experience (a strong plus)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES - The responsibilities listed below are representative, but not all inclusive of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to satisfactorily and successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Technical Abilities: Equipment support experience and strong trouble-shooting skills. Windows desktop and Windows server support/ networking experience. PC & server hardware build experience.
Behavioral Profile: Ability to display leadership characteristics and able to motivate other individuals. Ability to share detailed technical information in an easy to understand manner working in a consultative manner with customers. Ability to use current CRM. Energetic, passionate, focused and a highly motivated self-starter. Strong relationship builder and a strong personal desire to win. Ability to multi-task and work cross-functionally with strong organizational skills. Team player mentality but able to work independently as required. Strong interpersonal, listening, questioning and communication skills (written and oral).
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS - The requirements listed below are representative of the physical and environmental factors the job holder will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Physical Requirements: While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is often required to talk, hear at normal speaking levels, sit and use their hands and fingers to type, handle or feel, including repetitive motions with the wrists, hands and fingers. Activities include extended periods of sitting, standing and walking. Traveling to visit customers may require continued walking, up to a mile in distance at a time.
Environmental Factors: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposure to manufacturing environments, factories, mills, office, mines and treatment plants. Environments will vary depending on the customer you are visiting.
Other Requirements: A deemed Export License may be required.
Travel Requirements: Willingness to work irregular schedules/hour and the ability to travel up to 50 - 75%
Conclusion - This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Omron, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To conform with U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government.
- Maintain extensive knowledge of the Omron AOI portfolio (as in-house expert)
- Maintain expert level knowledge of Omron AOI programming
- Assist customers with equipment decisions, questions & technical discussions
- Assist sales-team with AOI demos & evaluations (technical sales role)
- Assist sales-team with specific sales strategies & marketing activities
- Assist sales-team with industry trade-show activities
- Perform equipment installation, service, support & calibration activities
- Provide remote, phone and on-site customer support
- Train customers and team members on all AOI-related topics
- Assist with the design and implementation of AOI training materials
- Cross-train on other Omron inspection solution products
- Perform any other activities assigned by engineering supervisor
- Represents the Omron Guiding Principles through personal and business interactions with employees, customers, distributors, and colleagues
- Represent Omron in a professional, ethical, and socially responsible manner
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFCATIONS:
Education: Bachelor of Science, Electrical or Mechanical, in Engineering from a four year college or related technical school.
Experience: 5-7 years of SMT-manufacturing related experience (a strong plus)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES - The responsibilities listed below are representative, but not all inclusive of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to satisfactorily and successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Technical Abilities: Equipment support experience and strong trouble-shooting skills. Windows desktop and Windows server support/ networking experience. PC & server hardware build experience.
Behavioral Profile: Ability to display leadership characteristics and able to motivate other individuals. Ability to share detailed technical information in an easy to understand manner working in a consultative manner with customers. Ability to use current CRM. Energetic, passionate, focused and a highly motivated self-starter. Strong relationship builder and a strong personal desire to win. Ability to multi-task and work cross-functionally with strong organizational skills. Team player mentality but able to work independently as required. Strong interpersonal, listening, questioning and communication skills (written and oral).
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS - The requirements listed below are representative of the physical and environmental factors the job holder will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Physical Requirements: While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is often required to talk, hear at normal speaking levels, sit and use their hands and fingers to type, handle or feel, including repetitive motions with the wrists, hands and fingers. Activities include extended periods of sitting, standing and walking. Traveling to visit customers may require continued walking, up to a mile in distance at a time.
Environmental Factors: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposure to manufacturing environments, factories, mills, office, mines and treatment plants. Environments will vary depending on the customer you are visiting.
Other Requirements: A deemed Export License may be required.
Travel Requirements: Willingness to work irregular schedules/hour and the ability to travel up to 50 - 75%
Conclusion - This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Omron, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.