Applications Engineer

RED Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work options

Competitive benefits

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

RED Group in Houston, TX seeks an Applications Engineer with a strong background in industrial control systems to support Sales by translating customer needs into customized control system solutions. You will develop proposals, run feasibility studies, and deliver technical bids for automation projects.

The role requires collaborating with clients, vendors, and internal teams, as well as traveling for on-site visits, trade shows, and conferences to drive business development and ensure winning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or commensurate experience.
• Experience in proposal development and estimating for automation systems.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of PLC, HMI, and SCADA design and programming.
• Travel to client sites for meetings and site surveys.

Responsibilities

• Develops proposals and cost estimates from RFQ through final quotation.
• Provides consulting to understand customer needs and technical challenges.
• Supports Sales with demos, feasibility studies, and technical proposals.
• Coordinates bid scope with cross-functional teams and reviews deliverables.
• Ensures clear communication of bid details to Operations.
• Conducts site surveys to clarify scope during bidding.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA design

Scheduling and cost reporting

CRM proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are RED Group. And We're Thinking Ahead.

RED Group is an Industrial Control Systems (ICS) technology development and integration firm specializing in Process Automation, IT/OT Consulting, and Industrial Cybersecurity. We stand out on Experience and Expertise. We are committed to an employee-centric culture of success where we put our people first and give our staff the opportunities and push they need to succeed and improve. As a result, they give their utmost to our engineering projects and get better every day.

Our mission is to add value to our clients' organizations by selecting and deploying the proper resources and technology to ensure your company's goals are realized. Our team of Engineers, Consultants, Programmers, and Technicians provide the valuable expertise necessary for efficient and secure IC/OT environments. Whether looking for a turn-key and comprehensive solution, or someone to assist your team on a portion of your project, contact us and we will partner with you to design and deploy an effective strategy.

About the Role

We are looking for an Applications Engineer to join our team in a hybrid role and based from our Houston, TX office. The ideal candidate will also have strong technical background in Industrial Control Systems. This role will support Sales by identifying customer needs and delivering customized control systems and automation solutions. You will translate customer requirements into clear scopes of work and proposals, acting as the bridge between clients and RED Group to drive business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops proposals and cost estimates, owning RFQ through final customer quotation.
• Provides consulting support to understand customer needs and technical challenges.
• Follow-up with customers on proposal requirements and expectations.
• Supports Sales by delivering demos, running feasibility studies, building proof of concepts, preparing technical proposals and a attending customer meetings.
• Holds internal meetings to review bid scope and resolve questions and develop proposals.
• Hands off won deals to Operations, ensuring bid details and customer expectations are clearly communicated to the project team.
• Conducts site surveys/walkdowns to clarify scope and understand customer needs during the bid phase.
• Works with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables, ensuring proposals accurately reflect the scope of work.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university, or commensurate experience.
• Minimum of 2+ years in a proposal development and estimating role focused on automation systems and engineering is preferred.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of designing and programming PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems
• Experienced in scheduling, cost reporting, status tracking and project lifecycle management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Proficiency in CRM is a plus
• Ability to travel for on-site client visits, trade shows and conferences required.
• Ability to collaborate with clients, vendors, and team members.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
• Embrace our core values while enjoying a collaborative and engaging atmosphere:
  • Be Dependable
  • Cultivate Relationships
  • Strive for Excellence
• Foster and promote a strong safety culture and follow company safety protocols.

Why RED Group?

Culture. Growth. Opportunity.

At RED Group, we believe that a thriving workplace starts with a strong, employee-centric culture. Our focus on our people ensures they have the resources, support and opportunities needed to excel. Our commitment to success drives outstanding results in our client engagements, with our team always striving for excellence.

If you join RED Group, you'll enjoy:

• A collaborative team environment that values your contribution
• Competitive benefits, flexible schedules, and hybrid remote work options
• The stability of a well-established company poised for exciting growth
• A fun and rewarding career that challenges you while offering opportunities for you to grow and excel

If you're a self-starter looking for a fulfilling career filled with unique growth opportunities where you can challenge yourself, RED Group is the place for you.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Agency Submissions:

RED Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting or staffing agencies. Agencies must have a current, signed agreement in place prior to submitting any candidate - resumes submitted without one will be considered the property of RED Group and no fees will be paid. Please do not forward resumes directly to employees or hiring managers.