Allient Inc. is in growth mode and currently seeking an Application Engineer to join our team in Rochester, New York! Allient-Rochester (formerly ORMEC Systems, Inc.), a subsidiary of Allient Inc., specializes in advanced motion control and integrated automation solutions that serve OEMs across industries such as aerospace & defense, medical, semiconductor equipment, e-mobility & logistics, industrial automation, and packaging. We are seeking a motivated Application Engineer to join our growing team. This position is ideal for a recent engineering graduate or an early-career professional looking to develop expertise in motion control, robotics, mechatronics, and industrial automation. As an Application Engineer, you will work directly with experienced technical experts, customers, and development teams to help deploy cutting-edge motion control technologies. You will gain hands-on experience with servo motors, drives, robotics, control systems, and machine automation while contributing to real-world solutions used in advanced manufacturing and next-generation equipment. This role offers a unique opportunity for rapid professional growth within a fast-growing technology organization. Successful candidates will have a clear path to expanding technical responsibilities, customer-facing roles, product specialization, and future engineering leadership positions. Apply Now!
Responsibilities:
- Support the application and integration of motion control, robotics, and automation solutions for OEM customers.
- Assist with sizing, configuring, and commissioning servo motors, drives, and motion control systems.
- Participate in testing, tuning, and troubleshooting motion systems to achieve performance and precision goals.
- Learn and develop control logic using industry-standard PLC and motion programming environments, including IEC 61131-3 languages such as Structured Text and Ladder Logic.
- Work alongside senior engineers during customer demonstrations, factory acceptance testing, system startup, and field deployment activities.
- Support integration of motion controllers, HMIs, drives, sensors, and robotics into complete automated machine solutions.
- Collaborate with engineering, sales, manufacturing, and product development teams to solve customer challenges.
- Assist with creating application documentation, test procedures, technical reports, and customer training materials.
- Participate in the launch and deployment of Allient Rochester's next-generation servo motor and control platform technologies.
- Travel periodically to customer sites to support application development, testing, and commissioning activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 0-5 years of experience in automation, robotics, controls, mechatronics, or related engineering disciplines.
- Strong interest in motion control, robotics, industrial automation, and electromechanical systems.
- Basic understanding of motors, sensors, control systems, embedded systems, or automation technologies.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Willingness to learn new technologies and work directly with customers and engineering teams.
- Ability to travel up to 30-40% as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Internship, co-op, or project experience involving robotics, automation, controls, or motion systems.
- Exposure to PLC programming, industrial networking, or HMI development.
- Familiarity with control theory, feedback systems, servo motors, or robotic systems.
- Experience with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, C/C++, or other technical programming tools.
- Hands-on experience through engineering projects, robotics competitions, capstone programs, Makerspaces, or laboratory research.
Why Join Allient-Rochester? Build a Career in High-Growth Technologies
At Allient-Rochester, you'll work with technologies that power the future of automation:
- Precision servo motors and drives
- Robotics and autonomous systems
- Industrial automation and smart manufacturing
- Advanced motion control platforms
- Mechatronic system integration
- Electric mobility and next-generation machine design
Accelerate Your Professional Growth
We invest heavily in developing the next generation of engineering talent through:
- Direct mentorship from experienced motion control and automation experts
- Hands-on involvement in customer projects from concept through deployment
- Exposure to cutting-edge robotics and control technologies
- Opportunities to work with leading OEMs and machine builders
- Clear advancement paths into Senior Application Engineering, Product Management, Systems Engineering, Sales Engineering, or Engineering Leadership roles
If you're excited about robotics, motion control, automation, and solving complex engineering challenges while building a rewarding long-term career, we'd love to hear from you. Don't let this opportunity pass you by - APPLY TODAY! To learn more about Allient Inc. visit www.Allient.com
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