Safety Application Engineer

Pilz Automation Safety L.P. is technology leader in safe automation technology. In this area, Pilz is consistently developing a role as a total solutions supplier with solutions for safety and automation technology. The objective of Pilz is to automate machines and plants in such a way that the safety of man, machine and environment is always guaranteed. In addition to the head office in Ostfildern near Stuttgart, Germany, Pilz is represented by 42 subsidiaries and branches on all continents.
Pilz is currently seeking a Safety Application Engineer.
The Safety Application Engineer will have the opportunity to support customers in a wide range of services from basic product technical support to compliance with machinery standards. This team will be responsible for everything from machine risk assessment at customer facilities to safety design and programming to machine safety validation.
Duties and Responsibilities: (not limited to)
Answer and document (Pilz C4C) customer phone and email inquiries related to the technical and practical application of Pilz product lines by applying technical knowledge and skills to resolve technical issues and develop solutions to support customer needs
Test and verify customer products/returns
Create internal reference documentation and provide technical product training for internal customers as needed
Provide machinery safety expertise in both written and verbal communications
Create and review reports from Consulting Team to ensure compliance with safety standards
Be able to identify hazards on a machine (e.g. exposed gear/chain)
Conduct varying types of Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments
Perform validation (physical testing) on a machine at customer’s facility
Review electrical circuits and calculate the Performance level of the circuit
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable standards
Design Automated safety solutions Mechanical and Electrical via concepts using various software tools
Provide presentations to customers based on assessment results
Able to coordinate projects that integrates Pilz services and controls equipment using contractors for customers
Develop PLC programming code including Ladder, Structure Text, Function Block
Install and troubleshoot hardware and peripheral devices
Develop and maintain knowledge of complimentary and competitive products
Support the Sales team in converting customers from competitors
Develop Trade show and sales demos
Rotational on-call for after hour customer emergency Technical Support
Other duties as assigned
Travel will be required up to 80%
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical Engineering Technology, or similar
Ability to read electrical/controls schematics; specifically, power and control wiring
Understanding of basic electrical design and control principals of industrial machines
Fluency in Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Willingness to learn Pilz products and procedures
Self-motivated, well-organized, multi-tasking and team oriented
Desired Qualifications:
One (1) to three (3) years of hands-on experience with industrial machinery
PLC development and testing software including Rockwell, Siemens, etc.
VFD and Servo Motor control experience
Hands-on troubleshooting machine control systems, machine start-up/de-bugging and sign-off
Understanding of basic pneumatic and hydraulic circuits
Familiar with Sistema calculation software
Able to read and understand Fluid (pneumatic and/or hydraulic) power circuits
Understanding of Mechanical guarding designs and techniques
Physical Requirements:
Seated for extended periods with extensive screen (computer) time
May be required to move/lift Pilz test equipment which may weigh up to 30 pounds
Reasonable accommodations will be made where possible
Must be able to meet safety requirements of customers when on-site including climbing stairs and/or ladders and possibly working in confined spaces

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No