Automation Applications Engineer

Lincoln Electric; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Fort Loramie is seeking an Automation Engineering professional to identify manufacturing processes, conceptualize machinery, and develop accurate cost models and quotations to support Lincoln Electric Automation-designed equipment.

The role emphasizes evaluating automation feasibility, developing production concepts, and producing detailed cost estimates and technical quotations, while maintaining customer communications and following ISO procedures.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in manufacturing and design (mechanical/electrical) of industrial automated equipment.
• CAD (3D modeling a plus).
• Metal forming (bending, forming, piercing, etc.) and metal joining (Laser, arc, resistance welding, etc.) experience preferred.
• Preferred 1-2 years of experience, working with customers and suppliers. Years of experience will influence final selection.
• Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Effective writing and communication skills.
• Educational, training, and experience requirements may be modified at the Managements Team’s discretion.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the feasibility of automation systems based on data supplied by Sales, Engineering, Management and Customers.
• Develop manufacturing processes and concepts capable of producing systems or products.
• Research and develop accurate cost estimates for Lincoln Electric Automation equipment.
• Write technical quotations and produce supporting documentation as needed.
• 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.

Tools

CAD

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Fort Loramie
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Engineering
Pay Range: $90,000 - $106,000
Target Bonus: 8%

Position Summary

Identify the manufacturing process, recommend the machinery concept, 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 automation systems based on data supplied by Sales, Engineering, Management and Customers.
• Develop manufacturing processes and concepts capable of producing systems or products
• Research and develop accurate cost estimates for Lincoln Electric Automation equipment.
• Write technical quotations and produce supporting documentation as needed.
• 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.

Essential Skills and Experience

• CAD (3D modeling a plus).
• Preferred 5 years of experience in manufacturing and design (mechanical/electrical) of industrial automated equipment.
• Metal forming (bending, forming, piercing, etc.) and metal joining (Laser, arc, resistance welding, etc.) experience preferred.
• Preferred 1-2 years of experience, working with customers and suppliers. Years of experience will influence final selection.
• Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Effective writing and communication skills.
• Commitment to company values.
• Educational, training, and experience requirements may be modified at the Managements Team’s discretion.

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.

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