--- title: Application Engineer at Lenze Americas Corporation description: Lenze Americas Corporation is hiring for the Application Engineer role in Nashville, TN. Hybrid role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/application-engineer-at-lenze-americas-corporation-01a0fa40-82c1-7753-9021-fe9bee7cf888 date: 2026-10-02T02:15:49Z og_description: Join Lenze Americas Corporation as Application Engineer in Nashville, TN. Pays $85K–$130K per year. Hybrid role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/a9wltc.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Lenze Americas Corporation | | **Location** | Nashville, TN (Hybrid) | | **Salary** | $85K/yr - $130K/yr | | **Posted** | Oct 01, 2026 | ## Description **Lenze Americas is seeking an experienced Application Engineer. This is a remote position with regional travel requirements. Candidates must reside in or near one of the following locations to be considered for this role:** - **Nashville, TN** - **Charlotte, NC** - **Atlanta, GA** - **Detroit, MI** **Position:** Application Engineer **Position Type**: Remote in targeted area(s) **Location(s):** Nashville, TN, Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA, or Detroit, MI (Applicants must be based within one of the targeted markets listed) **On-Target Compensation:** $85,000 - $130,000 (*Compensation is an estimate and includes base salary plus incentives and depends on skills, knowledge, education, location, and experience)* **Position Snapshot:** The **Application Engineer** provides technical expertise in motion control, drive systems, and industrial automation. This role supports customers with application development, drive and servo system selection, commissioning, troubleshooting, and machine performance optimization while partnering closely with Sales to develop differentiated motion solutions. **About you:** You’re naturally analytical, detail-oriented, and love solving complex problems, especially when it helps customers succeed. You bring a strong foundation in industrial automation and enjoy translating technical challenges into practical, value-driven solutions. You’re a strong communicator who partners seamlessly with sales team members to drive results, building trust quickly and becoming a go-to resource for both customers and internal teams. You are considered reliable, customer-focused, and collaborative, and you take pride in being the person others count on to get it right and keep things moving forward. **A day in the life:** **Solution Development & Engineering** - Develop system and application solutions, including motion architecture, system topology, and software design - Create customer-specific application software and support full project lifecycle (prototype through commissioning) - Configure and commission drives (VFDs, inverters, servo systems) and develop PLC/HMI programs - Support testing, start-up, and field validation of automation solutions - Capture and standardize application knowledge into reusable tools and best practices **Pre-Sales, Sales & Customer Engagement** - Partner with Sales to develop solution concepts aligned to customer requirements - Provide technical support during pre-sales activities, including customer meetings, workshops, and presentations - Assist in preparing proposals and identifying upsell or cross-sell opportunities - Build strong customer relationships and support overall sales growth objectives **Technical Support & Product Expertise** - Deliver advanced technical support to customers and internal teams (remote and onsite) - Size and select appropriate products and solutions based on application needs - Support commissioning and troubleshooting during system start-up **Training & Demonstrations** - Conduct product demonstrations and deliver technical training to customers and internal teams - Develop training materials, application documentation, and technical guides - Support ongoing technical development within the Sales organization **Travel** - Travel up to 25% across the region for customer support, sales activities, and training **What you will need:** - Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Mechatronics, Robotics, or Mechanical Engineering or relevant experience - Proficient in IEC 61131-3 programming languages (Ladder, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram) - Experience with motion control systems, PLC’s, HMI programming and industrial communication protocols (EtherCAT, CAN, Ethernet-IP, RS232/485) - Strong mechatronics background, integrating mechanical, electrical, and software systems - Skilled in machine commissioning and creating application/machine specifications - Familiarity with wiring diagrams and troubleshooting customer wiring - Preferred experience with Visual Basic, Windows-based software installation and setup - Knowledge of machine safety standards and project management practices - Solid understanding of Windows OS and Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Visio, MS Project) - Ability to travel up to 25%, including overnight travel within the region **Perks of being part of our team:** - Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance – multiple plan options - Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Insurance - FSA, HSA options - Vision Insurance - 401k with company match, fully vested - Paid Time Off - 10 company paid holidays - Company paid disability & AD&D insurance - 100% paid parental leave after one year of service - Supplemental insurance plans (Identity theft, cyber protection, additional life, etc.) - Tuition reimbursement - Many of our positions offer flexible schedules to meet your needs - Relaxed business casual environment - Sit/Stand desks for onsite office positions - Frequent team building activities - Career development opportunities **About us:** Lenze is a global manufacturer of electrical and mechanical drives, motion control and automation technology - offering products, drive solutions, complete automation systems, and engineering services and tools from one single source. Our products can be found in many industries, including automotive, packaging, material handling and logistics, robotics, and industrial equipment (pumps/fans). A global network of distributors and representatives makes Lenze Americas perfectly positioned to meet the motion control needs of customers worldwide. Lenze Americas, the American subsidiary of Lenze SE of Germany, is headquartered in Uxbridge, Massachusetts; corporate global headquarters are in Hamelin, Germany. **Our culture:** We’re powered by people. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and respect—where every voice matters and every idea has the potential to shape the future**.** We believe in balance, supporting our team with the flexibility and resources they need to thrive both professionally and personally. *Lenze is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.* ## Skills - Project Management - Technical Support - Technical Training - Variable Frequency Drive (Vfd) - EtherCAT - Presentations - Customer Support - PLC Programming - Software Design - Robotics - Microsoft Excel - Machine Safety - EtherNet/IP - Inverters - Automation - Pre-Sales - Electrical Schematics - Software Installation - HMI Programming - Commissioning - Customer Relationship Management - Microsoft Word - Microsoft Project - Cross-Selling - Microsoft Outlook - Servo Systems - Presentation Skills - Visual Basic - Electrical Wiring - Computer Programming - Industrial Communication Protocols - Product Knowledge - Function Block Diagram - Motion Control Systems - Computer Engineering - Microsoft Windows - Microsoft Visio - Human-Machine Interface (Hmi) - IEC Standards - Demonstration Skills - Structured Text (Iec 61131-3) - Sales - Customer Service - Upselling ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Life Insurance - Parental Leave - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans - Company Events - Tax-Advantaged Accounts ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/application-engineer-at-lenze-americas-corporation-01a0fa40-82c1-7753-9021-fe9bee7cf888?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Machinery Manufacturing](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/manufacturing/machinery-manufacturing?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 59948 jobs - [Tennessee Jobs Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/tennessee?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 59659 jobs - [Nashville Jobs Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/tennessee/nashville?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 12396 jobs ## Related hubs - [Machinery Manufacturing](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/manufacturing/machinery-manufacturing?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 59948 jobs - [Tennessee Jobs Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/tennessee?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 59659 jobs - [Nashville Jobs Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/tennessee/nashville?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 12396 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)