Application Engineer

FLEXLINK; Bologna; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global manufacturing solutions provider in Bologna is seeking an Application Engineer to support sales and project teams for the tobacco industry. This role involves creating technical solutions that meet customer needs and requires collaboration across departments. Ideal candidates have a degree in Engineering and experience in project-based environments. Skills in AutoCAD and problem-solving are essential. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on enhancing production efficiency.

Competenze

• Solid technical foundation with a commercial mindset.
• Experience in project-based industrial environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of automation principles and integrated production lines.

Mansioni

• Provide technical support to the Sales team based on customer requirements.
• Prepare and generate commercial offers, including layout drawings.
• Conduct technical training for subsidiaries and local teams.
• Participate in customer meetings to discuss technical solutions.
• Maintain and update price lists and cost databases.
• Analyze existing solution portfolio for improvements.
• Collaborate with R&D and Product Management on solutions.
• Support project execution by coordinating with design teams.

Conoscenze

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Time management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Understanding of industrial processes

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Strumenti

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Application Engineer

Numero lavoro CGS12650 Nazione Italia Sede : FLEXLINK Città Bologna

About the Company

FlexLink is a leading organization headquartered in Göteborg, Sweden, with operating units in 26 countries and presence in more than 60 countries worldwide.

We are a provider of high-end solutions to manufacturing industries such as food, beverages, tissues, personal care, pharmaceutical, automotive, batteries, and electronics.

Our portfolio includes innovative solutions in automated production flows, conveyor design, custom conveyor engineering, and software support for managing information flows in production processes.

We work closely with our global customers to deliver state-of-the-art solutions that enhance production efficiency and support sustainable manufacturing now and in the future.

For more information about FlexLink and its operations, please visit our website.

FlexLink is part of Coesia, a group of innovation-driven industrial and packaging solutions companies, headquartered in Bologna, Italy, operating in 34 countries with 20 companies and over 8,000 employees as of 2023.

About the Role

The Application Engineer will support sales and project teams by creating technical solutions tailored for the tobacco industry. This role ensures customer needs are translated into practical, cost-effective designs that adhere to company standards. Key responsibilities include ensuring the technical accuracy of offers in the Tobacco Division and providing technical and commercial guidance to local offices.

Main responsibilities include:

• Providing technical support to the Sales team, including feasibility analysis based on customer requirements;
• Preparing and generating commercial offers, including layout drawings, technical documentation, and cost calculations;
• Conducting technical training for subsidiaries and local teams to ensure consistent understanding of solutions and standards;
• Participating in customer meetings to support the sales process and clarify technical aspects of proposed solutions;
• Maintaining and updating price lists and cost databases for accurate offer generation;
• Analyzing the existing solution portfolio to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement or standardization;
• Collaborating with Engineering, R&D, and Product Management to develop or adapt solutions based on market and customer needs;
• Supporting project execution by coordinating with design and production teams during handover phases.

What you need to be successful

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or related technical fields);
• Solid technical foundation with a commercial mindset, ideally gained through experience in project-based industrial environments;
• Basic understanding of industrial processes and automation principles, focusing on integrated production lines and packaging equipment;
• Proficiency in 2D CAD software, especially AutoCAD;
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills;
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Experience with IoT platforms for smart maintenance is a plus.