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U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, up to 6 scheduled paid holidays. Additionally, eligible hourly/non-exempt and exempt employees accrue up to 112 hours of PTO based on years of service and may annually take up to 8 hours of paid volunteer time. Additional paid sick leave is also provided if required by state or local law.\nSummary of Position:\nThe Automation Application Engineer II (AAEII) is a mid-level engineering role responsible for independently supporting the design, integration, testing, and deployment of industrial automation systems. This position applies advanced automation and systems engineering principles to develop and implement solutions that improve safety, quality, and operational efficiency.\nThe AAEII takes ownership of assigned automation projects, including system configuration, integration of machine vision and identification technologies, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization. This role collaborates closely with Sales Engineers and Automation Engineers to define technical requirements, develop solutions, and ensure systems operate reliably in customer environments.\nEssential Functions:\nIndependently configure, test, and modify automation applications, including machine vision, barcode scanning, and identification systems\nDevelop, optimize, and maintain vendor-specific software tools for programming, configuration, and system integration tasks\nLead system-level integration activities, including device configuration, calibration, validation, and optimization of multi-device systems\nPerform wiring verification, I/O checkout, and field-level integration, providing guidance to less experienced engineers\nTroubleshoot complex automation, vision, and control system issues and implement corrective actions independently\nCreate, update, and maintain comprehensive system documentation, including wiring diagrams, functional descriptions, work instructions, and configuration/installation records\nSupport project development, system builds, commissioning, and handover to operations, providing technical guidance to other engineers as needed\nEnsure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in engineering and field activities\nAdhere to customer plant standards, system strategies, and engineering best practices, while suggesting improvements to processes or designs\nCompetencies:\nEnsures Accountability\nTech Savvy\nCommunicates Effectively\nValues Differences\nCustomer Focus\nResourcefulness\nDrives Results\nPlans and Prioritizes\nDecision Quality\nSelf-Development\nWork Environment:\nThis position is based in a professional office setting and regularly utilizes workplace technology, including computers, smartphones, multifunction printers, cloud-based filing systems, and collaboration tools.\nPhysical Demands:\nThis role requires physical capabilities that support the successful execution of key responsibilities. The employee regularly engages in verbal and written communication with colleagues and clients to address project-related inquiries and must be able to convey accurate information clearly and efficiently. The position involves remaining seated at a workstation for approximately 75% of the time, with occasional movement throughout the office to access equipment, supplies, and shared resources. Daily tasks include consistent use of computers and standard office technology such as keyboards, printers, and multifunction devices. 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