Applied Controls, a SunSource company, is a high-tech automation distributor and solutions provider. We educate and support local manufacturers in implementing emerging technologies to reduce costs, increase productivity and improve safety. Our offerings range from industrial computers and software, Robotics, Machine Vision, and Motion Control. Our goal is to increase productivity to keep manufacturing in America successful and prosperous. www.appliedc.com
Job Description: The role will support the Applied Controls Vision Department with technical capabilities in the programming and evaluation of industrial vision systems. Support the sales team in efforts to evaluate customer samples to determine the best vision system for a project. Be an active participant at customer factory sales visits as SICK Vision hardware expert.
The Position will provide high level industrial programming, specifically in Vision Automation. Required to interface with multiple automation systems and have a strong understanding on industrial communication protocols. On-site programming support with potential multiday travel will be required as needed. Regular customer communication to ensure clear expectations. Strong willingness to learn new hardware and software as ACI continues to build its hardware portfolio. Display commitment and passion for the success of the Applied Controls Inc.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Industrial Programming expertise
Computer programming
Vision System Programming
PLC/HMI Programming knowledge
Understanding of industrial communication methods
Machine Vision Experience
Capability to evaluate varieties of lighting methods
General understanding of vision lensing and effects on an image
Capability to do basic control voltage wiring
Maintain a current understanding Applied Controls primary product lines
Understanding of industry’s safety requirements
Customer Management
Maintain Strong relations with Applied Controls customers
Ensure regular status updates and communication with customers
Provide high level customer service
Company Knowledge
Understand all position appropriate company & vendor processes and systems (Siemens, Sick, UR)
Meeting etiquette (understand who’s participating, who should participate, meeting location, expected outcome, who’s documenting or notetaking, follow-up actions)
Product training
Maintain training certifications as required
Support off-site and on-site trainings as required
Support and train internal employees on Applied Controls systems and hardware.
Physical Effort & Travel:
Regular lifting of objects under 40lbs
Occasional lifting of object over 40lbs
Regular standing and walking within customer facilities up to full days on feet
Regular travel to customer sites within the mid-Atlantic region
Occasional overnight and travel outside of the region
Company vehicles and personal vehicles will be utilized for travel
Working Environment:
Occasional exposure to heat
Regular exposure to electrical circuitry
Rare exposure to chemicals
Regular use of worn PPE
Required Skills/Abilities:
Project management skills
Ensure timeliness of delivery
Support delivery of hardware selections to the sales team
Work within a team to solve new problems as they arise
Strong team communication
Willing to support teammates as required
Working knowledge and experience in manufacturing
Knowledge of manufacturing equipment
Understanding of manufacturing needs and processes
Managing on-site installations
Providing a professional support to meet customer needs
Capability of learning on the job and adapting to requirements.
Flexibility to fulfill requests as provided by manager on a timely manner
Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Engineering or Software)
Metrics:
Weekly measurement of time utilization (ie. Billable vs. non-billable hours)
Monthly measurement of predictive time accuracy.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodation in the application process will be returned from this email address. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí).
