Applications Engineer

Leoforce; River Hills (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Equity in the company

Flexible Work Schedule

Accelerated Career Growth

Job summary

Leoforce in River Hills, WI is seeking an Applications Engineer to translate customer needs into practical automation concepts and proposals for custom equipment. You will work with sales, engineering, and suppliers to define requirements, cost estimates, and technical solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on design using AutoCAD/SolidWorks, strong customer-facing communication, and the ability to develop concepts and budgets for projects from inquiry through installation.

Qualifications

• Experience with custom automation, machine building, or manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of robotics, automated assembly, material handling, machining, welding, gauging, or testing systems.
• Ability to develop equipment concepts and estimate project costs.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks preferred.
• Strong customer-facing, technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop concepts and preliminary layouts for custom automation and machinery.
• Review customer specifications, RFQs, drawings, and technical requirements.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and technical proposals covering labor, materials, engineering, and installation.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, vendors, and suppliers during the quoting process.
• Work directly with customers to clarify requirements, present solutions, and provide technical support throughout the sales process.

Skills

Customer-facing

Technical writing

Communication

Problem-solving

Cost estimation

Concept development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Applications Engineer

River Hills,WI, US

6931459

a day ago

Job Description

Experience:

Mid Level

Salary:

$90,000 - $130,000 per year

Job Details

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Responsibilities:

• Develop concepts and preliminary layouts for custom automation and machinery.
• Review customer specifications, RFQs, drawings, and technical requirements.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and technical proposals covering labor, materials, engineering, and installation.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, vendors, and suppliers during the quoting process.
• Work directly with customers to clarify requirements, present solutions, and provide technical support throughout the sales process.

Qualifications:

• Experience with custom automation, machine building, or manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of robotics, automated assembly, material handling, machining, welding, gauging, or testing systems.
• Ability to develop equipment concepts and estimate project costs.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks preferred.
• Strong customer-facing, technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.

A bit about us:

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We are seeking an Applications Engineer to develop technical concepts and proposals for custom automation and manufacturing equipment. This position works closely with customers, sales, engineering, and suppliers to understand manufacturing challenges and develop practical, cost-effective automation solutions.

Why join us?

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• Competitive Base Salary
• Equity in the company
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Accelerated Career Growth

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