Applications Engineer

Applications Engineer Ohio Transmission Corporation United States, Colorado, Englewood May 29, 2026 About this role

Position:

Applications Engineer Location:

Englewood, CO Summary:

The Application Engineer II modifies, designs, and develops components and/or automation systems per customer request. He / she applies engineering and automation principles to develop mechanical or electronic/electrical products/systems that meet customer technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements. The Application Engineer is solutions oriented with a broad range of skills in all facets of small to medium size automation solutions including but not limited to; Mechanical Design, Electrical Design, PLC Programming, HMI Screens, Robotics, and Safety.

Principal Job Duties:

Interpret customer/sales specifications and scopes of work to evaluate feasibility, design, and implementation of customized automation solutions. Provide world class technical support to OTC sellers, customers, and vendors. Improve reliability and performance of OTC supplied equipment and/or solutions. Add value to our customers' operations through technology and automation. Work with the quote desk to generate customer proposals. Execute all aspects of the projects from order to implementation ($0 to ~$100k projects) Mech/Elec Drawings PLC/HMI Programming Robotics / AMR's All other peripheral devices Collaborate and work with the greater systems engineering team on larger projects with target customers in the regional area. (Projects $~100k and above) Manage multiple projects simultaneously. Desire and ability to learn new controls technology. Provide technical support, problem solving, maintenance, modifications/updates, and continuous improvement for existing automated equipment and process control systems Lead efforts for the remediation, migration, or upgrade of existing control systems Implement new and/or modify existing programming and HMI screens in various control platforms such as: Allen Bradley, Omron, Mitsubishi, Exor, Codesys, Seimens, and more Omron & Mitsubishi a Must. Experience with Servos a Must. SCADA experience a plus. Participate in capital projects, new installations, testing, and modernization projects for new systems. Specify all components (parts) needed for project completion. Provide customer with all CAD drawings needed for project completion. Provide software programming, including PLC, HMI, etc.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering related field required Minimum 7 yrs. experience in the Automation Industry Broad knowledge of electrical & automation devices desired. Knowledge of drafting techniques / engineering terminology & Ability to create detailed mechanical & electrical drawings. Unidraf knowledge is a plus. Experience with Industrial Safety Application Equipment. Light Curtains, Safety Relays, Door Switches, Safety Scanners, etc. Knowledge and understanding of controls systems governed by platforms such as Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens, etc. Experience with multiple platforms a plus Experience developing & Integrating Robotic Systems Fanuc, Motoman, Denso Robotics, Kuka experience a plus Well-developed problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills required Experience working in a high pace, dynamic environment with limited supervision

Specific Skills:

Excellent interpersonal skills. The candidate must enjoy and excel at personal relationship building with internal and external clients at multiple levels: customers, vendors, engineers, branch managers, etc. Demonstrated ability to learn and apply technical and scientific product-related information. Proven success and positive track record of consistent engineering performance in complex markets with diverse customer segments operating with a high degree of integrity. Ability to operate as a "team player" in cooperation with collaboration partners and internal colleagues to reach common goals. Knowledge of computer programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc. Knowledge of codes and standards within the Automation Industry Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good listening skills Strong organizational skills Strong Mechanical Aptitude a plus Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, profit margins, unit conversions, percentages, etc.