Field Application Engineer Control Systems IIoT
Phoenix ContactHouston, Texas
Full Time
Posted September 26, 2025
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Job Description
The Field Application Engineer - Control Systems IIoT is responsible for developing sales opportunities and supporting the delivery of Phoenix Contact's IIoT solutions in automation and control systems, while acting as a technical and sales leader within their territory.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop sales opportunities for Phoenix Contact control and HMI products into revenue-generating customers.
- Act as the sales leader for Phoenix Contact's IIoT value proposition delivery to internal and external partners.
- Support the creation and maintenance of the Phoenix Contact IIoT ecosystem, including cloud providers and software partners.
- Meet or exceed control and IIoT sales growth objectives.
- Develop and train channel partners and sales teams on the IIoT value proposition and offerings.
- Demonstrate technical competence on relevant products and solutions.
- Manage and develop channel partners through joint sales activities, training, and mutual action plans.
- Implement global national account strategies in collaboration with key account management and marketing.
Requirements
- Four-year degree required, Engineering degree preferred.
- Strong understanding of industrial automation systems.
- Strong background in PLC programming and operation.
- High level language and Linux programming experience desired.
- Knowledge of cloud architecture as related to IIoT applications desired.
- Strong understanding of IIoT Industry 4.0 Smart Factory concepts.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Phoenix Contact s business solutions.
- Superior computer skills and Windows-based applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Self-motivated with the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.
- Polished presentation skills.
- Has a track record of achieving higher than expected sales performance.
- Strong business development skills with a history of exceeding expectations of sales calls and opportunity creation.
- Exhibit leadership skills within the given territory assignment.
- Experience in working with distributors is preferred.
- Must be able to travel via airplane.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate an automobile for up to six hours at a time.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs (samples, demos, literature).
- Must be able to travel overnight 25-30 days or as dictated by the assigned territory.
- Must comply with company dress code guidelines.
- Must have regular and on-time attendance.
Benefits & Perks
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401k matching
Bonus plan
Generous time off package
16 weeks fully paid maternity leave
10 weeks fully paid paternity leave
Auto allowance
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Assistance programs
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