Application Engineer – Seattle, WA Preferred (Hybrid)

Remote may be considered based on location and experience

About Branom Instrument Company

Branom Instrument Company is a manufacturers’ representative and master distributor serving industrial customers since 1947. While Branom has deep roots in process industries, the company has a growing and strategic focus on industrial automation platforms, control systems, and electric process heating solutions. Branom builds UL508A industrial control panels and is ISO9001 certified. Branom represents over 100 market‑leading manufacturers and serves customers throughout Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and California. Our success is built on strong technical expertise, long‑standing customer relationships, and a collaborative team culture. Our employees proudly call themselves Branomites.

The Job

We are looking for technology‑driven and detail‑oriented engineer to join our growing organization. This person will join our team of inside sales specialists and application engineers. This position is a presales application engineering role focused on industrial automation products and electric process heat solutions. It is not an instrumentation role and is not a field service or project execution position. The engineer will work with a broad range of automation and electric heat system products, including industrial sensors used in control systems, variable frequency drives, edge and distributed control devices, remote access and secure connectivity solutions, industrial networking devices, electric process heaters, process and temperature controllers, and electric heater power switching and control components. These products are applied as part of integrated industrial control and automation architectures. Ideally this candidate would also be able to design and quote UL508A industrial control panels.

Responsibilities

Providing application assessment, solution recommendations, quotations, and supporting technical documentation
Developing quotes and proposals for large and complex projects (this represents the majority of the role’s time and focus)
Supporting customers by answering technical questions and providing engineering specifications and submittals
Evaluating customer requirements and recommending appropriate automation and electric process heating solutions, including PLCs, HMIs, drives, control panels, and heating control systems
Creating proof‑of‑concepts and integrated solution concepts when needed
Collaborating with sales teams, manufacturers, and internal stakeholders to ensure technical and commercial alignment
Taking ownership of product information within Branom’s internal systems and external eCommerce platform
Staying current on product lines, system architectures, and manufacturer training
Performing other related duties as assigned on an as‑needed basis

Qualifications and Competencies

The ideal candidate will have the following experience, skills, and capabilities to perform the essential duties of the role:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience (typically five or more years)
Background in industrial automation systems; controls or electrical engineering experience is strongly preferred
Ability to understand and interpret industrial programming concepts, including PLC logic, system architecture, HMIs, drives, and control strategies
Experience providing presales technical support or applications engineering support
Strong computer literacy with the ability to spend most of the workday on a computer
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel or Google Sheets; ability to learn new systems is required
High attention to detail with a focus on quality, accuracy, and meeting deadlines
Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
Well organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

Work Environment

This role is primarily office‑ and computer‑based, with extended periods of sitting and independent work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The position is preferred hybrid, working from a Branom office and a home office. Remote work may be considered for highly qualified candidates. Occasional travel may be required for customer meetings or training.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range is $80,000–$120,000 base plus quarterly bonus, depending on experience and skill set. Branom offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, paid holidays, and additional benefits.