Mechanical Applications Engineer

Körber Pharma Packaging AG; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Körber Pharma Packaging AG in Irving, TX seeks a Mechanical Applications Engineer to design, price, and propose opportunities aligned with RFP requirements. You will develop technical proposals, create process and material flow diagrams, and guide the bid from receipt to submission.

You will collaborate with sales, engineering, and operations to ensure robust, client-focused solutions and work across multiple client projects with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Experience designing mechanical systems for industrial automation and intralogistics.
• Ability to read, interpret and create technical drawings, schematics, BOMs.
• Pre-sales / proposal support experience a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% (domestic/international).

Responsibilities

• Create concepts and manifests within customer RFP scope and timeline.
• Support bid development from RFP to proposal submission, including RFQ packages and SOWs.
• Demonstrate expertise in material handling equipment design and operations.
• Lead design efforts using client data to develop system solutions.
• Provide technical support during sales and hand-off to execution teams.

Skills

Customer collaboration

Proposal writing

Technical communication

Reading technical drawings

System integration knowledge

Material handling concepts

Project prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum 3 years in mechanical/app engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Navisworks

Job description

We are looking for a Mechanical Applications Engineer to collaborate with a bid team in designing, pricing, and proposing opportunities to customers. The role involves concepting and development of technical proposals based on RFP requirements.

Your Role in Our Team

• Create concepts and manifests within the scope of customer requirements as outlined in their RFP within the timeframe given by our customers
• Support bid development process from receipt of RFP to submission of proposal, including aiding the creation of RFQ packages for vendors and writing technical SOW for proposal
• Demonstrate a strong expertise in material handling system design, equipment technology, and operational process
• Lead design effort based on client’s request for the material handling system(s) using their data or working through their requirements to create system solutions solving client issues, enhancing processing efficiency and supporting end user requirements
• Provide technical expertise during sales phase showcasing Körber’s capability to develop industry leading solutions and build trust with clients
• Support multiple client projects with a range of $100K - $250M
• Conduct external meetings with clients as required
• Conduct internal meetings with clients as required
• Create / Utilize / Explain Material Flow Calculator that develops the Basis of Design (BOD)
• Be a subject matter expert on various types of material handling equipment in the market to ensure the best possible solution
• Work with client to create weighted Selection Criteria Matrix driving optimal solution selections for end users and Körber
• Create Process Flow Diagrams
• Create Material Flow Diagrams
• Ensure mechanical system designs align with electrical control capabilities supporting solution requirements
• Create Basis of Design
• Create Description of Operation
• Provide mechanical support for system and product simulation and emulation testing
• After award, work with the assigned execution team and operations to successfully hand off the project

Your Profile

• Ability to understand core customer’s specifications
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2D and Navisworks for layouts, system concepts, and design modifications, modeling and drafting
• Experience designing, configuring, and supporting mechanical systems for industrial, automation, conveyor, robotics, or intralogistics applications
• Ability to read, interpret, and create technical drawings, schematics, specifications, and bills of materials
• Understanding of system integration, including interfaces between mechanical, electrical, controls, and software components
• Familiarity with engineering standards, safety requirements, and industry best practices
• Experience working directly with customers, sales teams, and cross‑functional stakeholders to support pre‑sales and post‑sales activities
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Strong collaboration skills when working with sales, project management, manufacturing, and service teams
• Results‑oriented mindset with a focus on customer satisfaction and solution quality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prepare technical documentation, proposals, presentations, and application notes
• Comfortable presenting solutions and recommendations to customers and internal leadership
• Excellent analytical skills
• High level of accountability, ownership, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proactive, adaptable, and continuous‑improvement mindset

Education and Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline required
• Master’s degree in engineering or a related technical field preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in mechanical engineering or application engineering roles within industrial, automation, material handling, or supply chain solutions environments
• Demonstrated experience supporting customer‑specific mechanical solutions, including system design, configuration, and technical feasibility assessments
• Prior experience working in pre‑sales, application engineering, or solution development in collaboration with sales and project teams
• Hands‑on experience with industrial systems such as conveyors, automated material handling systems, robotics, or intralogistics solutions strongly preferred
• Experience supporting projects across the full lifecycle, from concept development and proposal support through implementation and commissioning
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment preferred

Additional Requirements

• Travel - 25%
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required by business needs
• Must possess, or be able to obtain and maintain, all required travel documentation, including a valid passport where international travel is necessary
• Must be able to lawfully enter and exit the United States and other countries required for business travel
• Must not have any legal or regulatory restrictions that would prevent the issuance, renewal, or use of required travel documents, or otherwise limit the ability to fulfill the travel requirements of the role

Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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