Application Engineer - Automation

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Application Engineer - Automation

Lexington, KY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Do you have a background or an interest in automation design and automation project sales? Enjoy this opportunity to grow your design and sales experience as an Application Design Engineer! In this position, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving customer engagement and delivering innovative automation solutions.

    What You’ll Do:

    Sales and Customer Engagement:

    • Actively seek out and engage with potential customers to understand their needs and propose tailored solutions.

    • Conduct on-site visits and virtual meetings to present automation concepts and build strong customer relationships.

    • Collaborate directly with customers to address technical challenges and position the company’s offerings effectively.

    Proposal and Quotation Development:

    • Develop and showcase concepts to customers, highlighting the competitive advantages of the proposals you create.

    • Create detailed and accurate quotations, working closely with engineering teams to ensure feasibility and cost-effectiveness.

    Creative Solutions:

    • Work with the latest technologies in automation, such as robotics, AMRs, conveyors, and other systems, by researching and generating conceptual solutions for custom automation systems.

    • Drive innovation through your creativity and technical expertise.

    Collaboration:

    • Work closely with sales, engineering, and management teams to ensure seamless alignment between solutions and customer requirements.

    • Participate in cross-functional meetings to align sales efforts with company objectives.

    What You’ll Bring:

    Educational Background:

    • A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred, but a passion for automation is what counts. Other backgrounds could be considered.

    Experience:

    • 5+ years of industry experience leading applications and projects in the automation sector.

    • Proven experience in quoting, sales, and customer interaction is required.

    Skills You’ll Have:

    • 3D CAD Proficiency: Whether it’s Inventor or SolidWorks, you’re comfortable navigating CAD software to create mechanical concepts.

    • Simulation Expertise: Experience using software such as SolidWorks, Motosim, RoboDK, Roboguide, etc., is a plus.

    • Travel: Willingness to visit customer sites for up to 20% of your time.

     

     

     

     

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