Applications Engineer (Machining)

Lincoln Electric; Coldwater (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric is seeking a qualified professional to develop project cost and schedule estimates for Build-to-Print quotes. You will identify manufacturing processes, build cost models, and prepare quotations to support Lincoln Electric Automation-designed equipment.

The role requires CAD familiarity, GD&T understanding, and collaboration with Sales, Engineering and Management to drive successful customer solutions. Location is Coldwater, full-time on-site with a 5% target bonus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years minimum experience working with customers and suppliers.
• Basic CAD experience (3D modeling is a plus).
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Effective writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the feasibility of Build-to-Print projects based on data from Sales, Engineering, Management and Customers.
• Identify, develop and assist in the development of tools needed for the quoting process.
• Help develop manufacturing processes and concepts capable of producing systems or products.
• Assist with customer communication, presentations, and trade events.
• Follow-up with sales, customers, and representatives.
• Follow ISO procedures within the department.
• Participate in activities to ensure continued process improvements.

Skills

CAD experience

GD&T

Customer relations

MS Office

Communication

Values alignment

Team collaboration

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Coldwater

Employment Status: Salary Full-Time

Pay Range: $65,000 - $82,000

Target Bonus: 5%

Position Summary

Develop project cost and schedule estimates for Build-to-Print based request for quotes. Identify the manufacturing process, accurately develop the cost model, create quotations and provide other supporting information as needed to sell Lincoln Electric Automation-designed equipment.

Position Responsibilities

• Evaluate the feasibility of Build-to-Print projects based on data supplied by Sales, Engineering, Management and Customers.
• Identify, develop and assist in the development of tools needed for the quoting process
• Help to develop manufacturing processes and concepts capable of producing systems or products
• Assist as necessary with customer communication, presentations, and trade related events.
• Follow-up as necessary with sales, customers, and representatives.
• Responsible for following Department ISO procedures
• Participate in activities to ensure continued process improvements.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Basic CAD experience (3D modeling is a plus)
• Understanding of basic Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• 3 years’ minimum experience working with customers and suppliers
• Experience working in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Effective writing and communication skills.
• Commitment to company values
• Education, training, and experience requirements may be modified at the Managements Team’s discretion.
• The ability to work with multiple teams and inner company contacts to ensure customer project success

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Lima

Nearest Secondary Market: Findlay

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