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We're seeking driven, curious people who bring energy to what they do and see challenges as opportunities to learn and improve. Our team of co-owners values enthusiasm, creativity, and a growth mindset, and we're committed to putting those qualities to work on solutions that matter. If you're ready to grow and make an impact, we'd love to be on your team.

As an Application Engineer with AWC you will support our Industrial Automation product portfolio, with a strong emphasis on Siemens PLCs, drives, and networking solutions. As a technical resource within a leading automation distributor in the Austin market, this role serves as the bridge between our sales team and our customers' engineering teams. You will provide pre-sales technical support, system design assistance, commissioning guidance, and post-sales troubleshooting. This position requires strong Siemens expertise, hands-on troubleshooting ability, and the confidence to work directly with engineers, maintenance teams, and plant leadership. This is a full-time, in-office position based in Austin, TX.

How you'll make an impact:

• Provide pre-sales and post-sales technical support for Siemens automation products
• Assist customers with PLC selection, architecture design, and system integration
• Program and troubleshoot Siemens S7-1200 and S7-1500 PLCs
• Support configuration of Siemens G120 drives and Profinet networks
• Develop basic demo programs and proof-of-concept systems
• Conduct customer training sessions and technical workshops
• Assist sales representatives with technical proposals and solution positioning
• Troubleshoot field issues (remote and on-site)
• Maintain strong relationships with local OEMs, system integrators, and end users

Skills you'll need:

• 3–7+ years of experience in industrial automation
• Strong working knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal
• Experience with PLC programming, VFD configuration, and industrial Ethernet networks
• Ability to read electrical schematics and control panel drawings
• Strong troubleshooting skills in live production environments
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally (approx. 25–40%)

Here's what will set you apart:

• Bachelor's degree (preferred in an Engineering)
• Siemens S7-1200 / S7-1500 platforms
• WinCC Unified or other HMI platforms
• Profinet, Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP
• Safety PLCs and fail-safe systems
• UL508A panel familiarity
• Experience supporting OEMs or system integrators

The Rewards:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(K) Match
• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Package
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Career Development Opportunities

About AWC:

As employee co-owners, we're driven to do more than complete tasks; we build fulfilling careers by challenging assumptions and continually raising the bar. We embrace creative, innovative approaches to deepen our expertise and deliver real value to our customers.

We partner strategically with many of the world's most recognized technology brands to help engineering, reliability, and maintenance teams solve complex problems. As experts in our partners' technologies, we're equipped to properly size, select, configure, and support the right solutions. Our goal is simple: combine caring, knowledgeable people with innovative technologies to help our customers succeed.

How We Win Together:

We are committed to solving customer problems and welcome team members that want to be the trusted resource to those looking for a partner who out-knows, out-cares, and out-serves everyone else. Every day, we strive to deliver on our mission to empower people to make the greatest positive impact for the communities and families we serve together. Our Winning Together culture starts with a shared commitment to building an environment of inclusiveness, trust, and mutual respect. We know that when people like you are safe to pursue your passions, to learn, to serve, and to share in the rewards from our combined efforts, then we are winning together.

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