Application Engineer: CAD-Driven Solutions & Customer Impact

RBC Bearings; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Bearings in Simpsonville, SC is seeking an Application Engineer to act as a functional engineer, driving better decision-making and providing executional support for the business. You will support internal and external customers by leading projects and enhancing engineering performance.

You will stay current with industry technologies and Dodge products, becoming a trusted advisor through consulting services, supporting design, installation, and post‑sales issues in collaboration with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a relevant field.
• 0–10 years of engineering, manufacturing, or related technical experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office and 3D/2D drafting and modeling software.
• Strong analytical skills with an emphasis on critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
• Ability to adapt and multi-task based on departmental needs.
• Good team player with strong collaboration skills.
• General understanding of basic project management skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for new and changing ideas.
• Lean Yellow Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide product and application-based technical customer service via phone, email, and chat.
• Provide technical expertise with product selection and installation support, recommending creative solutions to customer issues.
• Work directly with product designers to ensure model and drawing accuracy.
• Occasionally travel to provide on-site customer service, including training, installation support, and diagnosis.
• Collaborate with other business functions, including manufacturing, supply chain, product management, R&D, and quality.
• Create new part numbers and establish/maintain BOMs.
• Manage cost reduction and lean/continuous improvement projects, including laboratory testing, design, and qualification.
• Regular attendance at work is essential.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management basics

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Team player

Entrepreneurial spirit

Lean Yellow Belt

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

3D/2D CAD tools

Job description

RBC Bearings in Simpsonville, SC is seeking an Application Engineer to act as a functional engineer, driving better decision-making and providing executional support for the business. You will support internal and external customers by leading projects and enhancing engineering performance.

You will stay current with industry technologies and Dodge products, becoming a trusted advisor through consulting services, supporting design, installation, and post‑sales issues in collaboration with