Applications Engineer - Remote

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Nesconset, NY that is seeking an Applications Engineer - Fire & EMS. This is a full time, remote role with national travel.

Summary:
Join a growing, hands-on engineering team designing advanced electronic systems used in emergency and specialty vehicles across the country. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys real-world applications, customer interaction, and seeing their work deployed in critical, life-saving environments. As an Applications Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, integrating, and supporting vehicle electronic systems-from initial concept through field deployment. This position is also designed with long-term growth in mind, offering a clear path into senior technical and product leadership for the right individual. If you're an engineer who enjoys solving real-world problems, working directly with customers, and building systems that truly matter, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your career.

What You'll Do:
* Design and configure vehicle control systems using ladder logic and related programming methods
* Integrate and troubleshoot CAN-based multiplexing systems, including J1939
* Collaborate with engineering, product, and customer teams to define application requirements and deliver tailored solutions
* Interpret electrical schematics and develop system architecture and wiring documentation
* Support field installations, commissioning, and customer troubleshooting
* Provide technical training and create clear documentation for internal and external users
* Serve as a technical resource for complex vehicle electrical challenges

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience
* 3+ years of hands-on experience with vehicle electronics
* Strong foundation in electrical engineering principles
* Experience working with 12V / 24V vehicle electrical systems
* Practical knowledge of CAN networks and diagnostic tools
* Experience supporting field installs or customer-facing technical issues
* Willingness to travel nationally up to 50% of the time (typically two weeks per month)

Bonus:
* Fire, EMS, utility, or specialty vehicle markets
* Ladder logic programming and multiplexed vehicle systems
* Industry standards or compliance experience
* HMI, I/O modules, or EMI/EMC considerations

Why This Role Stands Out:
* Hands-on engineering in a non-corporate, agile environment
* Direct impact on equipment used in emergency and safety-critical situations
* High-visibility role with strong cross-functional exposure
* Clear succession and career advancement opportunity into senior leadership
* Growing business unit with long-term stability

Travel & Location:
* Remote-friendly role with national travel required
* Travel averages two weeks per month, with trips typically lasting five days
* All travel expenses covered
* Candidates near the primary engineering location may work onsite when not traveling

Benefits & Perks:
* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
* Life insurance and paid long-term disability
* 401(k) with company match
* Performance-based bonus opportunity
* Flexible and negotiable paid time off

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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