Application Engineer

The publicly listed Semperit AG Holding is an internationally oriented group of companies that develops and manufactures polymer products, selling them in over 100 countries worldwide through its two divisions: Industrial Applications and Engineered Applications. The Industrial Applications division focuses on industrial applications with high efficiency and cost leadership, including hydraulic and industrial hoses and profiles. The Engineered Applications division offers customized elastomer products such as escalator handrails, conveyor belts, and cable car rings, including the Rico Group. Application Engineer - USA & Canada Responsible for Application Engineering, Consulting, Design, and Improvement of Conveyor Belts globally, with a focus on the USA & Canada. The primary activity is to support the regional sales team and customers technically to promote Semperit's product portfolio. Manage OEM projects as a technical project leader from offer to installation. Support regional sales and customers worldwide with product expertise. Design conveyor belts and conveying systems technically. Calculate the most efficient belt types and constructions. Assist in technical problem-solving at customer sites. Develop and update technical documentation such as website content, calculation tools, presentations, flyers, and technical specifications. Supervise start-up and maintenance of customer conveying systems. Handle customer claims from a technical perspective. Perform after-sales inspections. Product Development: Support R&D in developing cost-efficient belting applications based on customer specifications or own innovations. Act as a technical project manager in external development projects. Improve existing technologies by reviewing procedures and adopting state-of-the-art materials and know-how to reduce costs, time, and energy consumption. Manage the trial and testing phases of new products. Internal and External Interfaces: Global Application Engineering Department members Field Service Department R&D Department Quality Department Product Management Logistics and Supply Chain Legal Department Customers (domestic and international) Production sites and external suppliers worldwide Industry and customer associations as appropriate Qualifications & Experience: Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, preferably conveying technology. Extensive experience with conveyor belts or systems for bulk material handling. Valid passport and driver's license for international and local travel. Skills and Abilities: Strong technical knowledge and familiarity with applicable standards. Excellent relationship-building skills, proactive, detail-oriented. Data collection and technical analysis capabilities. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams). Motivated, able to work under stress and meet deadlines. Strong communication, teamwork, and independent working skills. Fluent in English and French; additional languages are a plus. Customer relationship, negotiation, and needs assessment skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, organize, prioritize, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills. Willingness to travel regularly (~30-40%). Physical ability to sit, use hands, reach, stand, walk, climb, lift, and perform visual tasks as required. Benefits include medical, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with matching, paid time off and holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr