System Engineer
Fronius USA · Portage, IN · 2 wk ago
Full-time
About the Role
The System Engineer works both independently and as a team player, holding a strong connection to the trade of welding and technology. This position is responsible for implementing and following the Fronius sales strategy by using in-depth and advanced Fronius equipment knowledge to support the sales process. The goal is to promote the Fronius brand in the welding industry and increase market share.
Responsibilities
- Supports all aspects of Fronius welding technology and equipment
- Works independently with existing and prospective customers, providing guidance and support on Fronius Perfect Welding products
- Supports the sales process with configurations for robotic/automated/manual welding systems
- Organizes and executes products and configurations prior to and during production start-up at customer locations
- Evaluates client needs to offer products, services, upgrades, and overall solutions to their welding challenges
- Provides email and telephone support for routine and complex queries/problems
- Understands customer needs and provides suggestions for needed spare parts and other materials to be stocked by the customer
- Provides customer support including product availability, pricing, quotes, special situations, information for bids, equipment documentation, installations, and equipment troubleshooting
- Records all customer-related activity in the CRM platform
- Programs, troubleshoots, and tests automated systems such as robotics and hard automation
- Performs/supports installations, commissioning, and training at client locations for manual/robotic/automated systems
- Creates and customizes training documents for new and existing customers
- Designs and conducts trainings and events for Fronius regional teams and clients
- Participates in trade fairs and provides product and technical guidance and support at regional and national events
- Provides technical support for the introduction of products/systems/processes into the market
- Forwards feedback about the technical aspects of the market, competition, and products to Technical Support International (TSI)
- Leads and supports initiation of modifications/further development of Fronius products
- Facilitates and leads feasibility studies
- Manages executive, mid-management, and technical decision-makers within a single organization
- Deals with challenges and promotes teamwork practices to achieve established goals and objectives effectively and positively
- All other duties as assigned by management
Requirements
- Possess a valid passport or ability to obtain one
- Must be willing and authorized to travel throughout the USA and possibly overseas
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- High interest in technology, particularly in welding
- Experience in the field and/or electrical technology/engineering
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Robot programming/integration experience a plus
- Knowledge of Spanish and/or German a plus
- Strong knowledge of MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and/or remotely
- Must be able to work with a team or alone as needed
- High degree of problem-solving skills
- Able to multi-task
- Demonstrated ability as a team contributor
Health and Safety
- Must comply with all safety and health standards established by Fronius USA, LLC and federal, state, or local requirements
- Ability to bend and reach, with repetitive motion
- Physical demands include standing, use of hands to manipulate objects, talking, hearing, looking, typing, walking, twisting, and bending
- May be requested to lift, carry, reach above the shoulder, stoop, squat, kneel, and crouch
- May be required to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
- Duties performed in both office and field settings
- Occasionally exposed to tripping hazards
- Noise level in the work environment is usually low to medium
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule with hybrid options
- PTO available immediately plus 11 paid holidays
- Employer-matched 401(k)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision covered 100% for employees
- 50% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision for family
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care