Senior Applications Engineer (West Coast)
Standard Bots · Remote · US-West Coast (remote) ·
COMPENSATION
$150k – $200k
Listed on the employer's job board (Ashby)
- Senior level role
- US West Coast based
- 50% domestic travel
- Industrial robotics
- Hands-on field work
Join Standard Bots as a Senior Applications Engineer, bridging mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines to automate factory floors. You will work directly with customers to design, build, and commission robotic cells, ensuring seamless integration from pre-sale demos to post-install support.
This hands-on role demands frequent travel to client sites for installation and troubleshooting. It is ideal for engineers who prefer fieldwork and tangible results over desk-based coding, offering the chance to shape product development through real-world feedback.
What you'll do
- Design and build proof of concept solutions for customer automation goals
- Travel to sites to install, wire, program, and commission robotic cells
- Troubleshoot mechanical and software issues on-site until resolved
- Train customer operators and technicians on hardware and software usage
- Represent the company at trade shows by building and running live demos
- Provide technical feedback to engineering teams based on field experience
- Develop application notes and sample code to help scale solutions
What you'll need
- 6+ years experience in industrial automation fundamentals
- Proficiency in PLC programming, ladder logic, and pneumatics
- Knowledge of DC power systems and robot programming
- Strong Python scripting skills for automation tasks
- CAD proficiency, preferably with SolidWorks
- Experience explaining technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience
- Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically
Nice to have
- Experience with collaborative robots like UR, Fanuc, or KUKA
- Familiarity with machine tending, palletizing, or welding apps
- Background with vision systems or force/torque sensing
- Previous work in a manufacturing or production environment
Stack
- Python
- SolidWorks
- PLC
- Ladder Logic
- CAD
How you'll work
- Remote role restricted to US West Coast residents
- Preference for candidates living in California
- Up to 50% domestic travel required Monday through Friday
- Customer-facing role with significant on-site presence
What you get
- Salary range between $150,000 and $200,000
- Employee Stock Options for full-time staff
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance included
- 401(k) retirement plan available
- Paid time off provided