Applications Engineer

The Shyft Group, Inc.; Bristol (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

The Application Engineer role at Aebi Schmidt Group in Bristol, IN serves as the technical interface between business units and engineering, driving new product opportunities, supporting field issues, and coordinating engineering resources. It requires strong CAD skills, ERP usage, and travel to customer sites and OEMs to support launches.

Responsibilities include advising customers, benchmarking, delivering technical presentations, and maintaining records while aligning with company objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in engineering or technical field.
• Experience in design and development of on-highway/heavy truck/automotive vehicles preferred.
• Possess a Class B CDL or willing to obtain.
• Proficient with SolidWorks 3-D CAD.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with external customers to provide technical and business solutions.
• Act as key technical advisor and product advocate for the business unit.
• Translate customer requirements into functional/technical elements for new product development or optimization.
• Support competitive benchmarking for strategic planning.
• Prepare and deliver formal technical presentations to sales and customers.
• Travel regularly to key end-user customers and OEMs for launches and training.
• Maintain records for customers, quotes, and project requests.
• Assist in design/development process to meet customer requirements and objectives.

Skills

Leadership & interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Analytical thinking

Travel willingness (domestic & intl)

Self-motivated, independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Class B CDL

Job description

Applications Engineer | Bristol, IN (Main)

Regular Employee | Salary Exempt

What you'll do:

SUMMARY:

The Application Engineer position is responsible for acting as the technical interface between the business units and engineering, generating new business opportunities through development of new products, supporting field issues, and driving resolutions, as well as coordinating engineering resources to support on-going activities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with external customers, with the goal of providing technical and business solutions for all stakeholders, while ensuring satisfaction through all stages of the process
• Act as the key technical advisor and product advocate for the business unit
• Evaluate and translate customer requirements into functional and technical elements that can be used to drive technical specifications for new product development or product optimization
• Act as technical advisor and product advocate for business unit
• Support competitive benchmarking activities (product and manufacturers), in order to provide guidance/insight to business units for strategic planning
• Prepare and deliver formal technical presentations to the sales department, external customers (new and existing), or other stakeholders, as appropriate
• Resolve customer issues in a timely manner that is consistent with the company mission, values, and strategic objectives
• Support sales and marketing activities through attendance of industry trade shows, conferences, and internal sales and training events
• Maintain existing customers, while working to establish new customers through partnerships with sales and a focus on conquest opportunities
• Assist in the design and development process to ensure customer requirements and business unit objectives are captured, with a goal to meet or exceed expectations
• Travel regularly to key end-user customers and OEMs to ensure successful product launches, support integration opportunities, and provide training when appropriate
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records for key customers, quotes, project requests, contacts, and correspondence
• Ensure application of design practices and procedures supportive of INCOSE (International Council on Systems Engineering) guidelines
• Support Systems Engineering team with the development and implementation of appropriate group tools and processes
• Solve complex problems with minimal assistance
• Other duties as assigned

What you need to be successful:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• Minimum of 5 years' experience working in an engineering or technical field
• Experience related to the design and development of on-highway, heavy truck, specialty, or automotive vehicles preferred
• Possess a Class B CDL, or be willing to obtain
• Self-motivated, with ability to work independently, with minimal direct supervision
• Comfortable with both analytical and "hands-on" application of technical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks 3-D CAD with ability to review and modify assemblies, models, and detail drawings
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, with the ability to pull data as needed for analysis (e.g. costs, usage, supplier, volumes)
• Positive attitude
• Creative and innovative team player
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Able to effectively prioritize and execute multiple concurrent assignments
• Strong: Communication skills, verbal and written o Leadership attributes and interpersonal skills Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to adapt to changing priorities
• Desire to improve self / area / company (including pursing additional training, if needed)
• Willing and able to travel, domestically and internationally

Why Aebi Schmidt Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

At Aebi Schmidt Group, we don't just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:

The Aebi Schmidt Group is a global leader in intelligent solutions for customers who care for clean and safe infrastructure and cultivate challenging grounds. At Aebi Schmidt USA, we are proud to offer a wide range of high-quality products designed specifically for your unique needs. Our global product brands bring you an exceptional variety of equipment for both summer and winter maintenance, airport operations, and agricultural technology. From sweepers and trailers to spreaders and snowplows, we have the equipment you need to tackle any challenge. Our dedicated workforce is committed to helping you achieve economic, safe, and efficient solutions that improve your performance and overcome any obstacle. Our mission at Aebi Schmidt Group is to go beyond individual projects and strive for total solutions. We believe in providing you with comprehensive and integrated systems that enable efficient and effective operations. Whether you're behind the wheel of a snowplow truck in winter, cleaning the streets in summer, keeping airport runways clear, or hauling rental equipment on a trailer, we have a custom solution to help you overcome any challenge that the environment might throw at you.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Aebi Schmidt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at [e-mail].

Aebi Schmidt Group is an E-Verify Employer

Aebi Schmidt Group uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.