Applications Engineer (Physical AI)

About the role

In this role as our Applications Engineer (Physical AI), you will support FANUC America Corporation (FAC) robot products in areas such as physical AI, external motion control, virtual commissioning & digital twin technologies. You will assist FANUC District Managers with various sales support requests to drive regional unit and profit growth.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert for physical AI and virtual commissioning applications, guiding customers, engineering teams, and sales on the effective use of FANUC products.
• Identify and visit key, new, or competitor ASI and End User accounts in the region: build relationships with engineering and management by training and strengthening customer skillsets.
• Provide both pre- and post-sales technical support, including application reviews, feasibility studies, simulations, demonstrations, customer presentations, troubleshooting, and application optimization.
• Investigate and manage product and application issues by identifying root causes, evaluating corrective actions, and communicating clearly with cross-functional teams.
• Develop new and emerging applications and market opportunities by researching use cases, validating solutions concepts, and performing proof-of-concept testing in collaboration with sales and product team.
• Track and document any/all support requests providing detailed resolutions and appropriate customer information.
• Identify opportunities to apply cutting-edge advancements in robotics and apply them to practical industrial problems.
• Transform complex partner requirements into highly reliable and functional technical outcomes.
• Improve our robotics software framework and contribute to a reliable product.
• Support customers with vision evaluations and troubleshooting their existing iRVision systems.
• Accompany sales team on sales calls when a high level of technical support is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical or mechanical engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in engineering and integration of industrial robotics automation with proven ability to read electrical and control prints.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in motion planning or related field.
• Experience with modern simulation and emulation software products (i.e. FANUC Roboguide, RoboDK, MoveIT, Process Simulate).
• Prior experience with troubleshooting, problem-solving, and driving root cause analysis on complex projects while under pressure.
• Able to interact with and support Sales and Applications Engineering with engineering expertise.
• Strong coding skillset (Python, C++, CMake, etc.) in a large, distributed development environment.
• A background in robotics and ROS planning, proficient in ROS2, computer networking, Docker and Linux OS.
• A good grasp of classical and modern feedback control theory and techniques.
• Troubleshooting, problem-solving skills and experience driving root cause analysis to complex projects under pressure.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical or mechanical engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in engineering and integration of industrial robotics automation.
• At least 3 years of experience in motion planning or related field.
• Experience with modern simulation and emulation software products (i.e. FANUC Roboguide, RoboDK, MoveIT, Process Simulate).
• Prior experience with troubleshooting, problem-solving, and driving root cause analysis on complex projects while under pressure.
• Strong coding skillset (Python, C++, CMake, etc.) in a large, distributed development environment.
• A background in robotics and ROS planning, proficient in ROS2, computer networking, Docker and Linux OS.
• A good grasp of classical and modern feedback control theory and techniques.
• Troubleshooting, problem-solving skills and experience driving root cause analysis to complex projects under pressure.

Skills

• Technical expertise in physical AI and virtual commissioning applications.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and control prints.
• Experience with modern simulation and emulation software products.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and solve complex problems.
• Strong coding skills in Python, C++, CMake, etc.
• Knowledge of robotics and ROS planning.
• Experience with computer networking, Docker, and Linux OS.
• Understanding of classical and modern feedback control theory and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Program
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Benefit Dollars
• Generous Holiday & Vacation Program

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