Application Engineer

BBS Automation; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for growth in technical and leadership tracks

Supportive team-based environment

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading automation solutions company in Bartlett, IL is seeking an Applications Engineer to develop proposals for automation equipment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3 years of experience in mechanical and electrical systems design. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in mechanical/electrical systems design and applications engineering.
• Demonstrated ability in preparing complex proposals and quotes.
• Ability to meet project deadlines and objectives promptly.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing technical proposals for automation equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on project development.
• Provide estimates of time and costs associated with engineering projects.

Skills

Mechanical systems design

Electrical systems design

Technical assessment skills

Presentation skills

Knowledge of robotics

Knowledge of machine controls

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

SolidWorks proficiency

ACAD proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Design/Engineering

Tools

2D and 3D design software

Job description

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Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $102,000.00/yr

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About BBS Automation

Join our highly skilled, global team at BBS Automation—where innovation, precision engineering, and collaboration shape the future of automation.

We represent a legacy built on technical excellence, teamwork, and continuous innovation. Our teams have been part of this journey from the beginning, helping to build the next generation of automation with every solution we design, build, and support.

With over 200 employees across Chicago (Bartlett, IL), Atlanta (Lawrenceville, GA), and Guadalajara, Mexico, our North American team develops, designs, and manufactures high-performance assembly and testing technology systems for the mobility, medical technology, and consumer goods market segments. Our people are our most valuable asset—bringing together diverse skills, cultures, and ideas to solve complex challenges for our customers.

Why Work at BBS Automation?

At BBS, we engineer for impact. With more than 60 years of experience and a global footprint across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, we deliver scalable, turnkey automation systems through our One Source model—ensuring consistency, quality, and service anywhere in the world.

We believe in People. Process. Performance. We live by our 2025 mission pillars: Innovation, Customer Solutions, Market Growth, Sustainability, and People First.

As part of our ALL4ONE culture, we champion collaboration across teams and regions to ensure every employee plays a meaningful role in our shared success.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for growth in technical, professional, and leadership tracks
• A supportive, team-based environment that values creativity and performance
• Work that has a tangible impact on industries and communities worldwide

Culture and Events

Our culture thrives on respect, collaboration, and yes—fun. Whether it's a ping pong tournament, a chess match, or showing off your skills at our open mic events, you’ll find a team that values what you bring—both on and off the production floor.

Job Overview

POSITION: Applications Engineer (Exempt)

DEPARTMENT: Applications Engineering

REPORTS TO: Applications Engineering Manager

TRAVEL: 10%

Objectives: Performs a wide variety of technical assessments of customers’ and markets’ requirements in support of sales and business development activities, reviews design, performance and overall system requirements with the engineering group; develops and prepares detailed proposals for potential and existing accounts/customers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for conceptual development, preparation of cost model and writing detailed technical proposals for all types of automation equipment and projects.
• Involve key members of engineering management in cost models and conceptual layout in projects where technical complexity is large.
• Assist engineers and other technical staff in the design and development of products, systems, processes and equipment by analyzing technical problems and working closely to customer specifications.
• Involve third‑party vendors and suppliers in the quoting process, where necessary.
• Travel to the customer’s site to assist in project or product development, working with engineering design specifications, objectives and standards.
• Provide sales presentations to customer personnel, when required.
• Obtain and prepare detailed estimates of time, quantities, labor and material costs required for work areas such as product design, testing, machine building, equipment installations and manufacturing processes.
• Assemble and collect all necessary technical information and customer specifications from engineering and sales & marketing to prepare detailed proposals.
• Assist in special projects in support of engineering and sales and marketing.
• Adequately define scope of work in proposals to allow project manager and project team to begin work on system.
• Meet agreed upon goals and objectives in a timely manner.
• Arrive at work, meetings, appointments, and other work‑related functions on time and as scheduled.
• Maintain International Standardization Organization ISO13485 standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial design/Engineering or equivalent.

Experience

• Three years’ experience in mechanical/electrical systems design and applications engineering, working knowledge of material handling, robotics, machine controls and manufacturing engineering and processes.
• Requires solid technical assessment and presentation skills, knowledge of preparing complex proposals and quotes.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and design tools such as 2D and 3D software ACAD or SolidWorks.

Physical Demands

• The employee may be required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor and possible extensive travel in an aircraft including overnight stays in the United States and other countries.
• Exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
• Visual Acuity – Normal requirements for reading written instructions and computer screens.
• Hearing Ability – Normal requirements for understanding verbal instructions.
• Working Conditions – The employee is subject to a normal office environment with occasional exposure to high noise levels and/or physical hazards when visiting manufacturing floor.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing

Additional Information

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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Join BBS Automation—and help shape the future of global manufacturing.