Application Engineer

Job Responsibilities Responsible for conceptual development, pricing and writing detailed technical proposals for all types of customized Automation projects as well as Build to Print projects. In projects where technical complexity is large, will involve key members of engineering management in pricing and conceptual layout. Assists engineers and other technical staff in design and development of products, systems, processes and equipment by analyzing technical problems and working closely to customer specifications Involves third party vendors and suppliers in the quoting process, where necessary Travels to the customer’s site to assist in project or product development, working with engineering design specifications, objectives and standards Provides sales presentations to customer personnel, when required Obtains and prepares detailed estimates of time, quantities, labour and material costs required for work areas such as; product design, testing, machine building, equipment installations and manufacturing processes Assembles and collects all necessary technical information and customer specifications from engineering and sales & marketing, in order to prepare detailed proposals Analyzes material and writes in clear, concise language for initial draft. Then selects, organizes, edits and revises proposal Makes sure proposal is sent to customer by most efficient route to ensure it arrives on or before deadline date Assigned special projects in support of engineering and sales & marketing Define scope of work adequately enough in proposal to allow project manager and project team to begin work on system Prepare cost estimate and release to PM at the beginning of project Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent successful experience in a similar controls industry role. At least 2 years of experience utilizing 3D CAD, Pro Engineer and/or SolidWorks preferred. 3+ years of working experience with conceptualizations, bills of material, sheet metal, fixtures, and machine design is required. Proficient in Microsoft Office Proficient in Microsoft Visio and AutoCad Read architectural, mechanical and electrical blueprints and have a solid understanding of basic electrical and mechanical control systems Strong communication, Interpersonal and organizational skills Must be able to travel abroad when required

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