Application Engineering, Intermediate

Lakeside Process Controls; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work

Competitive compensation

Benefits coverage (medical, dental, V\

Paid time off

Training and development program

Lakeside Mentorship Program

Wellness program

Job summary

Lakeside Process Controls Ltd. is seeking an Application Engineering – Intermediate professional to work with customers on measurement and instrumentation requirements.

You will prepare quotations, perform technical analyses, and ensure orders are executed from quotation to shipment. Qualified candidates have a university degree in engineering or a technologist diploma and 4+ years of relevant experience, with strong communication and CRM skills.

Qualifications

• University Undergraduate Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or Technologist Diploma in an Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 4+ years experience in an Application Engineering/Inside Sales or similar role
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot technical issues
• Customer-oriented with a results-driven mindset

Responsibilities

• Understand customer measurement and instrumentation requirements and recommend suitable technologies.
• Prepare written quotations and proposals for customers.
• Perform performance calculations and analyze processes or product issues.
• Ensure order execution from quotation to shipment.
• Maintain CRM records and follow up with customers to maximize bookings.
• Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities during technical discussions.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Effective communication

Negotiation

Networking

Analytical skills

Customer-oriented

Results-oriented

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Technologist Diploma in Engineering

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Lakeside Process Controls Ltd. ('Lakeside') is recognized as a market leader, providing complete automation solutions to a wide range of industries. Our capabilities in process management and industrial automation enable us to solve our customers' process automation challenges, keeping their operations running safer.

Our solutions range from devices that measure and relay diverse physical and chemical conditions, devices that control flow of materials, networks that transmit event-related information, to process control systems that collect information and trigger necessary actions to ensure continued operations.

Lakeside's success is due to its exceptional people. Our skills and passion for our work is the key to our strong business results. Our commitment to a culture of integrity, teamwork and collaboration is what drives our continued and sustainable growth.

We seek individuals who are engaged, capable and committed to continuous improvement.

What you will be doing in the role of Application Engineering – Intermediate:

• Working with customers to understand their measurement and instrumentation requirements, including making recommendations on the most suitable flow, pressure, level, temperature, and analytical measurement technologies and products.
• Providing written quotations and proposals to customers based on equipment or services selected
• Performing necessary performance calculations and analysis, troubleshooting processes or product-related issues
• Ensuring proper execution of an order from quotation to final shipment
• Regular follow-up with customers to maximize conversion rate
• Regular use of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software to track sales activities
• Build strong relationships with customers to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities during technical discussions.
• Act as a technical liaison to customers via face-to-face meetings, phone calls, and email correspondence.
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop and execute strategies that drive bookings growth.

Other Duties

• Promoting specific product lines
• Gathering and maintaining competitive intelligence in specific markets
• Product training in specific types
• Providing customer education (schools and seminars)

Knowledge and skills required for the role:

• University Undergraduate Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or Technologist Diploma in an Engineering discipline
• Minimum 4+ years experience in an Application Engineering/Inside Sales or similar role
• Strategic thinking
• Effective communication skills
• Negotiation and networking skills
• Analytical skills
• Customer-oriented
• Results-oriented

What we give YOU!

• Flexible working schedules, including hybrid remote work programs
• A competitive compensation package, with RRSP-matching
• Comprehensive benefits coverage (medical, dental, vision, EAP & on-demand virtual health care)
• A culture that promotes healthy work-life balance with above-market paid time off
• A structured training and development programand opportunities for continuous learning
• Access to Lakeside's Mentorship Program—empowering growth and inspiring connection through shared knowledge and support
• Opportunity to participate in an award-winning wellness program!

Commitment to Diversity

Lakeside Process Controls Ltd. is committed to employment equity and welcomes diversity. We believe strongly in celebrating the different perspectives and experiences that come along with having a diverse network of employees, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including: persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, women, and members of visible minorities.

If you require accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.

How We Review Applications

AI tools may be used to assist in the screening of applicants for this position. Final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team.

Existing Vacancy

This posting is for an existing vacancy that our team is actively recruiting for.