Applications Engineer

Godfrey & Wing; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Godfrey & Wing is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to develop technical solutions and quotations for custom industrial equipment and vacuum impregnation applications. This role collaborates with customers and internal teams to translate requirements into practical, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in applications engineering, strong custom equipment experience, mechanical aptitude, CAD skills, and the ability to travel 15–30% (including some

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in applications engineering or related industrial equipment environment.
• Experience quoting custom equipment or engineered systems.
• Strong knowledge of custom industrial equipment and system-level design.
• Mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical and controls systems.
• Experience estimating equipment, fabrication, components, engineering, and installation costs.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and identify requirements and risks.
• CAD experience.
• Bachelor's or associate degree in Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to understand process, production, quality, and equipment requirements.
• Review RFQs, specifications, drawings, and other technical requirements.
• Develop equipment concepts and custom system solutions for new applications.
• Prepare project scopes, technical proposals, estimates, and cost analyses.
• Identify technical risks, assumptions, exclusions, and scope requirements during quotation process.
• Partner with Engineering, Controls, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales, and Service to validate solutions and costs.
• Support Sales during customer meetings, proposal reviews, and technical discussions.
• Develop concepts for tooling, fixtures, baskets, material handling, and other needs.
• Provide a clear technical and commercial handoff of awarded projects to Engineering.
• Support projects as a technical resource and maintain customer involvement as needed.

Skills

15+ years experience in applications

Custom equipment experience

Mechanical aptitude

CAD experience

Electrical & controls knowledge

Cost estimation

Travel willingness 15–30%

Education

Bachelor's or assoc degree in Engineering

Job description

Godfrey & Wing is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to develop technical solutions and quotations for custom industrial equipment and vacuum impregnation applications. This role works closely with customers and internal teams to understand application requirements, develop equipment concepts, estimate costs, and prepare accurate technical and commercial proposals.

The ideal candidate has strong custom equipment experience, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to translate customer requirements into practical, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to understand process, production, quality, and equipment requirements.
• Review RFQs, specifications, drawings, and other technical requirements.
• Develop equipment concepts and custom system solutions for new applications.
• Prepare project scopes, technical proposals, estimates, and cost analyses.
• Identify technical risks, assumptions, exclusions, and scope requirements during the quotation process.
• Partner with Engineering, Controls, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales, and Service to validate solutions and costs.
• Support Sales during customer meetings, proposal reviews, and technical discussions.
• Develop concepts for tooling, fixtures, baskets, material handling, and other application-specific needs.
• Provide a clear technical and commercial handoff of awarded projects to Engineering.
• Support projects as a technical resource and maintain customer involvement as needed.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in applications engineering, custom equipment, estimating, engineering, or a related industrial equipment environment.
• Experience developing and quoting custom equipment or engineered systems.
• Strong knowledge of custom industrial equipment and system-level design.
• Mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical and controls systems.
• Experience estimating equipment, fabrication, components, engineering, and installation costs.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and identify requirements and potential risks.
• CAD experience.
• Bachelor's or associate degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience with thermal, vacuum, fluid-handling, or automated industrial equipment is preferred.
• Ability to travel 15–30%, including occasional international travel.