Forward Deployment Engineer

About the role

We are looking for an Application Engineer. This position is based in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities

• Play a pivotal role in setting up, commissioning, and validating systems in the manufacturing environment.
• Work on-site to ensure solutions operate flawlessly from initial setup to full validation.
• Embed with forward deployment teams and partners during pilot and rollout phases to adapt solutions to real-world constraints and provide rapid insights to product development.
• Persistently and technically ensure systems are fully operational and optimized, bridging the gap between concept and field deployment, with a focus on scaling and optimizing future deployments.
• Provide actionable feedback directly influencing the scalability, reliability, and performance of the next version of the system.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in scenario building, commissioning of systems, and validating solutions in industrial or automation environments.
• Proficiency in Automation and control systems like PLC, DCS, Edge and IOT platforms, ERP/MES systems.
• Proficiency in relevant programming or scripting languages and communication protocols (like MQTT, OPC UA) relevant for industrial automation.
• Experience working within Lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in cross-functional, customer-facing teams and adapt solutions to evolving requirements.

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or 10+ years of professional experience in related field.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with forward deployment engineering, knowledge of test automation, compliance documentation, and system validation in regulated environments, willingness to travel during critical deployment phases, demonstrated ability to bridge the gap between core engineering and field deployment, and proactively sharing insights and feedback from deployment experiences with product teams.

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $112,669.20 - $231,948 annually with a target incentive of 10-15% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Details regarding our benefits can be found here.