We're excited to share an opportunity for an existing vacancy as an Applications Engineer. Our client, an established and growing engineering and manufacturing organization, is seeking an Applications Engineer with a strong mechanical engineering background and experience working with automated equipment.
- Review customer requirements, technical specifications, and project scopes to develop appropriate engineering solutions for automated equipment applications.
- Work closely with customers to understand operational challenges, equipment requirements, and automation objectives.
- Develop technical proposals, equipment concepts, cost estimates, and quotations based on customer specifications.
- Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Sales, and Project Management teams to ensure proposed solutions meet customer expectations.
- Interpret mechanical drawings, layouts, specifications, and technical documentation to support equipment design and application development.
- Evaluate equipment configurations, mechanical components, and system requirements to determine feasibility and performance.
- Support project planning, technical reviews, and equipment design discussions throughout the project lifecycle.
- Assist with troubleshooting technical challenges and resolving application-related issues during equipment development, installation, and commissioning.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, functionality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Maintain strong customer relationships by providing technical guidance, responding to inquiries, and ensuring proposed solutions align with project requirements.
- Stay current with developments in automation technologies, mechanical systems, and industrial equipment applications.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
- Previous experience in an Applications Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Design Engineer, or similar technical role.
- Strong mechanical engineering background with experience involving automated equipment, custom machinery, or industrial automation systems.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, mechanical layouts, technical specifications, and equipment requirements.
- Experience developing technical proposals, equipment concepts, cost estimates, or customer-specific engineering solutions.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, machine components, and manufacturing processes.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with customers, sales teams, engineering departments, and project stakeholders.
- Excellent technical communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- A customer-focused mindset with the ability to balance technical requirements, project timelines, and commercial considerations.
- Experience with 3D CAD software and custom automation equipment is considered a strong asset.
Salary Range: $100,000-$125,000 annually