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Konik

Applications Engineer

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An Application Developer or Engineer designs or improves applications software. Oversees the entire applications development process. Analyzes customer or user needs, designs programs, writes code or instructs computer programmers, tests design, and documents programs. May assist with upgrades or maintenance.

$98,106 / year median in Minnesota

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Back to All Jobs Applications Engineer Konik
  • Minneapolis, MN, United States Tagged:
    Automation Applications Engineer
  • Industrial Automation Direct Hire | Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid) | $90k
  • 100k Are you an experienced Controls Engineer or Automation Engineer who enjoys working directly with customers to solve manufacturing challenges?
We're partnering with a leading industrial automation systems integrator to add an Applications Engineer to their growing team. This hybrid role combines technical consulting, solution development, estimating, and customer interaction. You'll work closely with customers and the engineering team to develop automation solutions for manufacturing facilities across a variety of industries.
Description:
Meet with customers to understand manufacturing processes, challenges, and automation goals Develop project scope, technical proposals, labor estimates, and Bills of Material (BOMs) Recommend PLC, HMI, networking, software, and hardware solutions based on customer requirements Present technical proposals and explain recommended solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Support account managers by identifying automation improvements and future project opportunities Build relationships with customers, vendors, and technology partners Stay current on emerging automation technologies, industrial networking, and manufacturing trends Occasionally travel to customer sites for project scoping, meetings, and trade shows (approximately 15%)
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an Associate degree in Engineering Technology with relevant industrial automation experience Experience with industrial controls, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, industrial networking, or system integration Ability to develop project estimates, proposals, and technical documentation Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to customers Customer-focused mindset with strong problem-solving abilities Comfortable working independently while collaborating with engineering and sales teams
Preferred Experience:
Industrial automation systems integration Manufacturing process automation PLC/HMI platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Ignition, FactoryTalk, or similar technologies
Benefits:
Comprehensive health insurance Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid holidays Paid Time Off Be the first to learn about future positions by joining our Newsletter and following us on LinkedIn ! Konik is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status. Konik has been a leader in the technical staffing industry for more than 50 years, providing the fastest and easiest link between employees and employers. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception and maintains a strong commitment to customer service. Are you an experienced Controls Engineer or Automation Engineer who enjoys working directly with customers to solve manufacturing challenges? We're partnering with a leading industrial automation systems integrator to add an Applications Engineer to their growing team. This hybrid role combines technical consulting, solution development, estimating, and customer interaction. You'll work closely with customers and the engineering team to develop automation solutions for manufacturing facilities across a variety of industries.
Description:
Meet with customers to understand manufacturing processes, challenges, and automation goals Develop project scope, technical proposals, labor estimates, and Bills of Material (BOMs) Recommend PLC, HMI, networking, software, and hardware solutions based on customer requirements Present technical proposals and explain recommended solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Support account managers by identifying automation improvements and future project opportunities Build relationships with customers, vendors, and technology partners Stay current on emerging automation technologies, industrial networking, and manufacturing trends Occasionally travel to customer sites for project scoping, meetings, and trade shows (approximately 15%)
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an Associate degree in Engineering Technology with relevant industrial automation experience Experience with industrial controls, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, industrial networking, or system integration Ability to develop project estimates, proposals, and technical documentation Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to customers Customer-focused mindset with strong problem-solving abilities Comfortable working independently while collaborating with engineering and sales teams
Preferred Experience:
Industrial automation systems integration Manufacturing process automation PLC/HMI platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Ignition, FactoryTalk, or similar technologies
Benefits:
Comprehensive health insurance Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid holidays Paid Time Off Be the first to learn about future positions by joining our Newsletter and following us on LinkedIn ! Konik is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status. Konik has been a leader in the technical staffing industry for more than 50 years, providing the fastest and easiest link between employees and employers. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception and maintains a strong commitment to customer service. Compensation $90k
  • 100k
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Friday, July 10, 2026 Job # 31317 Position Contact Terry Lindig Senior Technical Recruiter (651) 472-1884 Minneapolis, MN I have over twenty years of technical recruiting experience. I'm passionate about matching my candidates with great job opportunities! I enjoy old movies and hockey in my free time. Apply Now Share Back to All Jobs