Field Application Engineer

About BW

For 75 years, Bishop-Wisecarver® has engineered motion solutions that perform where others fail—from extreme environments to mission-critical applications. As a certified women-owned, U.S.-based company, we combine proven products, expert engineering, and a people-first, family culture to help move, protect, and support the world—reliably and on time.

The Role

We are seeking a Field Application Engineer (Motion & Automation) to support our Sales Team. This role sits at the intersection of mechanical motion systems and industrial automation, working directly with customers to specify, integrate, and support both traditional Bishop-Wisecarver motion products and Wisecarver Automation solutions. This is a home office-based position with travel as needed to deliver the BW Signature Customer Experience to customers to create tailored solutions from mechanical only products to fully integrated motion control systems.

The ideal candidate has a high level of energy, self-direction, accountability and has proven systems to foster a collaborative environment that enhances a pioneering spirit to take on projects our competition can’t solve.

Expectations of the role

• Design complete motion and automation solutions using mechanical and basic controls engineering
• Support system-level architectures including actuators, motors, drives, sensors, and controllers
• Partner with Sales to position integrated automation solutions over component-only designs
• Capture and document customer requirements and interactions in CRM
• Respond efficiently to customer and sales inquiries
• Perform engineering calculations to support product selection and recommendations
• Create drawings and models for motion systems
• Build deep knowledge of BW products, value proposition, and competitive landscape
• Contribute to product enhancements, process improvements, and customer-facing tools
• Support regional growth initiatives and new business development
• Adapt quickly to change and support additional priorities as needed

Our wish list

• BS in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field; MS preferred; PE a plus
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, and MS Office
• Hands-on exposure to PLC- or PC-based control systems, robotics, servo/stepper motion, VFDs, sensors, and industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, IO-Link, etc.) preferred
• 1–3 years of experience with motion systems, automation, or industrial controls
• Experience supporting OEMs, integrators, or end users in applications, field, or technical sales roles a plus
• Strong customer service, communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt quickly
• Creative, resourceful, and solution-oriented

What BW offers:

• Competitive base salary, plus incentive plan, paid quarterly, based on performance
• Excellent benefit package with a generous employer contribution
• Uncapped flexible time off
• 401(k) safe-harbor match
• Profit Sharing
• A Values driven, down to earth culture, that fosters a team environment, providing customers with exceptional service

BW is an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, creed, color, religious belief, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical or mental handicap, veteran status, or any other basis protected by Federal, State or local law or ordinance.

Notes:

• There is no paid relocation for this position
• Applicants must be able to work in the US without sponsorship