Motion Automation Intelligence- Application Engineer
Genuine Parts Company
KIRKLAND, WA · Posted July 30, 2026
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About the job
Job Description
SUMMARY:
Under limited supervision, the Motion Ai- Application Engineer is the primary technical resource for the outside sales team and is responsible for design and engineering of electronic controls solutions to meet customer system requirements. This role works with outside sales and customers to develop and refine system specifications, organize design concepts, develop costing and prepare proposals to support outside sales.
Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
JOB DUTIES
Understands and conveys customer requirements internally and to factory partners.
Trains customers and outside sales teams on product technologies.
Provides technical support to outside sales team and customers in real time.
Maintains expertise on the technical products from factory partners.
Prepares a scope of work for a solution for the customer.
Sizes and designs solutions for applications including, but not limited to, pneumatic, motion control, six axis robots and vision.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and zero (0) to two (2) years of related experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Proficient use of CAD software and Microsoft Office suite software.
Strong Communication with technical and non-technical personal.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Travels up to 40% of the time.
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
Please keep in mind that this is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. It also does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Motion, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.
Compensation is from $78,000 to $101,000 annually
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