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Fromm offers competitive compensation for both hourly and salary opportunities as well as, exceptional employee benefits including: medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program, 401K match, generous paid time off (vacation, personal and time out for kids) retirement match, tuition reimbursement, college savings and more. *Note: benefits vary based on employment status (full-time, part-time). 

Please respond with your cover letter and resume, including your salary history. Offers of employment with Fromm Electric Supply are subject to pre-employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination and drug screening. 

Interested candidates please send resume to hr@frommelectric.com and reference job title in subject line. Current Fromm Associates are welcome to apply, please contact Human Resources office for more information. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

The following positions are currently available:


Automation Engineer

Department: Industrial Automation Group
Location: Reading, PA

**Job Summary:**
Responsible for the development and deployment of automation projects at customer sites. Provide troubleshooting and technical support as needed.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**
- Develop and implement automation projects.
- Document hours spent on projects and at customer sites within project tracking tool.
- Ensure customer accounts are in good standing or payment is arranged prior to completion of on-site work.
- Resolve issues to increase customer satisfaction.
- Introduce or recommend new products and promote automation upgrades while on site.
- Collaborate with sales and specialist teams to meet customer needs.
- Maintain required competency through training programs.
- Promote the value-add of offerings in competitive situations.
- Maintain targets, opportunities, activities, and projects in business tools.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of project management and standardization of project libraries.

**Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a technical field, or a combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in automation engineering projects.
- Proficiency in Rockwell Automation Software.
- Experience with Inductive Automation, Wonderware, Siemens, or Eaton is a plus.
- Strong background in electrical engineering.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with customers and internal teams effectively.
- Ability to work independently and manage projects efficiently.
- Knowledge of vendor guidelines, compliance, and code of ethics, including Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and Eaton.

**Physical Requirements:**
- This position involves standing, walking, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds.
- 50% of the time is spent traveling to industrial locations.

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