Mechatronics Applications Engineer – Design & Solutions

TGW Logistics; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Safety gear

Job summary

TGW Logistics is seeking an Applications Engineer to collaborate with Solutions Engineering and the local sales team. You will design mechatronic material handling layouts, select products based on requirements, and prepare technical content for sales proposals.

You will present concepts in customer meetings, perform performance calculations, and develop detailed cost quotations. This role involves traveling for training and client support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred.
• Prior applications engineering experience in materials handling preferred.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Preferred skills: AutoCAD (2D), SketchUp or other 3D design software.
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 15% for training and customer support.

Responsibilities

• Design and create mechatronic material handling layouts from concept to final contract design using TGW portfolio and third-party equipment.
• Present and develop concepts during customer meetings to create optimized solutions.
• Perform performance calculations to ensure equipment meets target rates.
• Create mechanical costing quotations for concept and final contract value.
• Provide equipment functionality reports to sales and support proposals.
• Act as a technical liaison to sales teams, suppliers, and customers.

Skills

Mechatronics

CAD (2D/3D)

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Word

3D Design Software

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

3D Design Software

MS Office

Job description

TGW Logistics is seeking an Applications Engineer to collaborate with Solutions Engineering and the local sales team. You will design mechatronic material handling layouts, select products based on requirements, and prepare technical content for sales proposals.

You will present concepts in customer meetings, perform performance calculations, and develop detailed cost quotations. This role involves traveling for training and client support as needed.