Application Engineer

EGN Technical Resources; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC seeks an Application Engineer to bridge customer needs with automated machinery solutions on a full-time, on-site basis in Morristown, NJ. The role involves collaborating with customers and sales, designing concepts, and preparing detailed quotes while ensuring safety and feasibility.

You will coordinate transitions from proposal to engineering and operations, documenting assumptions and supporting project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in applications engineering or related roles.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Experience with 2D/3D CAD tools and familiarity with ERP/CRM or quoting systems.
• Strong communication skills and multi-project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with customers and sales to understand requirements and define specs.
• Design machine concepts and configurations that meet needs and safety standards.
• Assist in preparing quotes with technical descriptions and material estimates.
• Coordinate from proposal to engineering and operations, documenting assumptions.
• Provide ongoing project support and drive continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Customer engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering

Equivalent experience may be considered

Tools

2D CAD

3D CAD

ERP/CRM/Quoting systems

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Application Engineer to join our team, serving as the critical link between customer needs and the development of efficient and profitable automated machinery solutions. This is a full-time, on-site position which requires occasional travel to meet customer and project demands.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Engagement: Collaborate with customers and the sales team to understand the application requirements and define product specifications.


• Solution Development: Design machine concepts and configurations that meet customer needs while ensuring technical feasibility and safety.


• Proposal Preparation: Assist in the preparation of accurate quotes, including technical descriptions, material estimates, and performance assumptions.


• Project Coordination: Facilitate a seamless transition from proposal acceptance to engineering and operations, ensuring all requirements and assumptions are clearly documented.


• Support and Improvement: Provide ongoing support throughout the project lifecycle and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by capturing lessons learned and developing standards.

Performance Metrics

• Timely and accurate completion of technical proposals.


• Alignment of proposed solutions with customer requirements and company capabilities.


• Effective management of cost and margin protection through comprehensive estimates and risk visibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent experience may be considered.


• Minimum of three years of experience in applications engineering or related roles.


• Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics, and familiarity with automated machinery systems.


• Experience with 2D/3D CAD tools and standard business software; familiarity with ERP, CRM, or quoting systems is advantageous.


• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with custom machinery, automation, or robotics.


• Background in cycle-time analysis, cost estimating, and factory acceptance testing.


• Exposure to ISO 9001 quality management systems or structured operating systems.

Location

This position is based in the Morristown, New Jersey area, and involves on-site work with no remote options available.

Join us in a role where your technical expertise and innovation will drive the successful realization of sophisticated machine solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction and company growth. There are opportunities to grow in your career as you learn and progress!