Application Engineer

About AGI

AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 4,200 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

The Opportunity

The role will be responsible for configuring material handling equipment and producing approval and fabrication drawings through interaction with Sales, the Customer, and Designers.

Responsibilities

• Work independently within established design procedures, equipment portfolios, and templates to develop project-specific equipment designs or configurations meeting customer requirements.
• Work with the quoting team to aid in ensuring we are quoting the appropriate equipment to the appropriate application.
• Read customer specifications, maintain a customer focus, and verify the integrity of what was quoted, entered on the order, and client expectations.
• Verify that what was quoted, entered on the order, and client expectations are technically sound before beginning.
• Create and update engineering calculation tools (and get peer review completed).
• Communicate details for the creation of 3D models and drawings by Application Designer.
• Review drawings created by Application Designer to ensure they match customer expectations or application requirements.
• Responsible for having drawings peer-reviewed prior to sending to sales or the client.
• Responsible for updating and confirming the accuracy of ERP information.
• Track changes in equipment designs throughout the approval process and assist with cost impact to support the change order process.
• Responsible for application-related document control, i.e., material handling spreadsheet updates, approval drawing revisions, etc.
• Resolve any questions that arise with the client, sales, or shop.
• Keep all pertinent parties advised of work status, workload, problems, and progress as related to work assignments.
• Self-assign projects based on resource availability.
• Provide warranty support related to application issues to Service Manager (technical advice).
• Travel to jobsites or AGI manufacturing centers when necessary.
• Spend time learning, with the goal to fully understand all calculations in designs, and why all choices are made.
• Assist engineering leadership in development and implementation of department processes and procedures.
• Provide training to fellow engineering staff.
• Develop application-related documents and tools.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited University.
• Registered P.Eng. or eligible for Pre-Registration status (EIT).
• Experience using SolidWorks and reading drawings is essential.
• Industrial material handling experience preferred (3+ years).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communicator, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work in a complex environment often driven by project deadlines.
• Mechanical aptitude and a desire to work in a fabricated equipment environment, with a propensity for machine design.
• Ability to think analytically and make accurate and timely decisions.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, initiative, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to own personal development and gain an understanding of the equipment that we manufacture, how it is produced, and why designs are made the way they are.

Why AGI?

We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how: We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors, and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect, and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed, and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation, and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.

Our Culture

Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.

Our competitive salaries, benefits packages, and employee share purchase plan help you take care of your family. Professional development activities keep you learning and involved, offering many opportunities to grow and advance your career.

With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.