Project Applications Engineer

Project Application Engineer (Industrial Automation) ? Roanoke, VA ? Up to $139K Base ? 5 Weeks PTO | ✈️ ~15% Travel We're looking for a Project Application Engineer to support full-system design and execution of industrial automation solutions for overhead crane and heavy industrial applications. This role blends technical engineering, client interaction, and project execution, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across the full lifecycle of a project. What You'll Do Develop system specifications across drives, motors, transformers, and control systems Perform power system evaluations and ensure compliance with industry standards Evaluate supplier proposals and optimize cost vs. performance Support technical proposals and client-facing engineering discussions Lead design reviews with internal teams, vendors, and customers Provide technical guidance throughout project execution Identify new applications and support business growth initiatives What You Bring BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering field Experience in industrial automation, drives, or power systems Strong understanding of system-level design and integration Ability to interface with OEMs, vendors, and end users Why Join 5 weeks PTO starting day one Work on complex, engineered-to-order systems Opportunity to influence both technical design and business outcomes Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.