Applications Engineer

Kids for the Future; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is hiring an entry-level Applications Engineer in Lancaster, NY to launch your engineering career solving real-world sealing challenges with gaskets, O-rings, and thermal materials. You’ll work directly with customers and internal teams to develop effective solutions.

This role is designed for growth — offering structured training, mentorship, and practical experience to build your technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and confidence as an applications engineer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) required.
• 0–3 years of experience; internships/co-ops count.
• Familiarity with CAD tools like SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Clear communication and a customer-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to understand applications and recommend solutions.
• Learn and apply products like gaskets, O-rings, EMI shielding, thermal materials.
• Review drawings, specs, and technical requirements.
• Assist in designing part-level solutions based on manufacturing capabilities.
• Support technical quotes, answer engineering questions, and collaborate with sales.
• Research materials, competitors, and alternative solutions.
• Document insights and contribute to smarter, faster decision-making.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Customer focus

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (or related field)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

• Location 4400 WALDEN AVE,Lancaster, NY, 14086-9751,United States
• Base Pay $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Exempt - FT
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Travel 10%
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]

Description

Launch your engineering career in a hands‑on, customer‑facing role where you’ll solve real‑world sealing challenges. You’ll work with products like gaskets, O‑rings, and thermal materials while collaborating with customers and internal teams to develop effective solutions. This role is designed for growth — offering training, mentorship, and practical experience to build your technical expertise and problem‑solving skills. Ideal for recent Mechanical Engineering grads (or related fields) with a curiosity to learn, strong communication skills, and a passion for engineering solutions.

Requirements

Ready to turn your mechanical engineering knowledge into real‑world impact? We’re looking for a curious, hands‑on Applications Engineer to help solve customer challenges with innovative sealing solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Work directly with customers to understand applications and recommend solutions
• Learn and apply products like gaskets, O‑rings, EMI shielding, thermal materials, and Gore vents
• Review drawings, specs, and technical requirements
• Assist in designing part‑level solutions based on manufacturing capabilities
• Support technical quotes, answer engineering questions, and collaborate with sales
• Research materials, competitors, and alternative solutions
• Document insights and contribute to smarter, faster decision‑making

Why This Role Stands Out

This is more than an entry‑level job — it’s a launchpad. You’ll get structured training, hands‑on experience, and mentorship to grow into a confident applications engineer.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
• 0–3 years of experience (internships/co‑ops count!)
• Familiarity with CAD tools like SolidWorks or AutoCAD
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Clear communication and a customer‑first mindset

You’ll Thrive Here If You…

• Love figuring out how things work
• Ask questions and keep learning
• Enjoy collaborating across teams
• Take ownership and follow through

What Success Looks Like

Growth. Accuracy. Responsiveness. Strong communication. Becoming the go‑to technical resource customers trust.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time while working on a computer, phone, and logistics systems.
• Occasional standing and walking to interact with colleagues, suppliers, or while moving through office and manufacturing areas.
• Occasionally required to lift, carry, or move boxes, documents, or materials up to 25 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and standard office equipment.
• Requires close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus when reviewing shipment documentation, system data, and customs paperwork.
• Must be able to hear and communicate clearly for phone conversations, video calls, and in‑person collaboration.
• Occasional bending, reaching, or stooping may be required to access files, supplies, or materials.
• Ability to travel periodically to supplier sites or carrier facilities as needed.
• Ability to work in both office and production environments may involve moderate noise levels, temperature variation, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.

Salary ranges for this position are determined based upon the job location and can be adjusted based upon experience, reflecting our commitment to valuing the expertise and contributions of our individual team members.