Application Engineer
The Entry-Level Robotics Aftersales Engineer at Confidential Client is responsible for on-site support of AGV projects, including maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and performance data analysis to ensure reliable operation. This role involves close collaboration with engineering teams and customers to resolve technical issues, provide after-sales support, and contribute to continuous product and service improvements in a hands-on, detail-oriented environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a company in the robotics and logistics automation industry (autonomous mobile robots and AGV/AMR solutions).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry-Level Robotics Aftersales Engineer to provide hands-on field support for AGV/AMR deployments supporting customers in the Louisville, KY region and broader U.S. sites. You will be a technical point of contact for aftersales, responsible for on-site deployment, debugging, repairs, preventative maintenance, and reporting to improve system uptime.
- Provide on-site deployment, debugging, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance support for AGV/AMR projects at customer sites.
- Monitor and document AGV operating status during projects and provide regular updates to the Aftersales Manager.
- Diagnose technical issues, perform timely repairs, and support equipment recovery to ensure stable operation.
- Perform preventive maintenance, follow-up on unresolved issues, and deliver customer-site technical service.
- Produce and maintain service records, troubleshooting reports, maintenance logs, and customer support documentation.
- Assist with project schedule tracking and coordination for domestic and overseas projects as assigned.
- Collect and communicate customer feedback and technical requirements to internal engineering and product teams.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Responsible, eager to learn, and able to pick up new technical concepts quickly.
- Familiarity with CAD/SolidWorks and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Comfortable working in a hands-on, field-facing role with direct customer interaction.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience in robotics, warehouse equipment, or forklift maintenance.
- Experience in electrical automation, field application engineering (FAE), or field service roles.
- Experience analyzing field performance data or using diagnostics tools for embedded/robotic systems.
Location & Travel
- This is an on-site, field-facing role based in Louisville, KY with travel required to customer sites as needed.
- Willingness to temporarily work at alternate sites during training or until an assigned facility becomes operational.
- Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and project schedules.
Skills & Tools
- Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting for electromechanical systems.
- Basic PLC/automation familiarity desirable.
- CAD / SolidWorks for component-level review.
- Strong written communication for service reports and customer-facing documentation.
- Customer-service orientation and ability to manage priorities in the field.
U.S. Benefits
- Medical insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off (PTO)
Why Join
- Work with a confidential client that builds autonomous material handling solutions (AMRs/AGVs) used by major logistics and manufacturing customers.
- Gain broad field experience across deployment, service, and cross-functional problem solving.
- Opportunity to grow into senior field or engineering roles working closely with R&D and product teams.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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