Applications Engineer M/F

The principal duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Develop technical concepts based on customer requirements provided by Sales Departments
• Evaluate technical feasibility in collaboration with specialist departments (e.g., automation, manufacturing, R&D)
• Prepare system layouts, configuration concepts, and preliminary engineering drawings
• Analyze customer specifications and requirement documents (provided by Sales)
• Provide technical input for cost calculation and validate material & engineering effort assumptions
• Prepare technical documentation for quotations (technical descriptions, assumptions, scope boundaries)
• Identify technical risks, constraints and optimization opportunities
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure concept alignment & smooth transition into quote to cash process – stays contact person throughout the project
• Provide internal technical clarifications during commercial negotiation phase
• Travel required, including overnight travel – potentially domestic and international

Education: Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience: 5 years of experience in applications or mechanical engineering with three years of experience in estimating, project management, or sales administration in a technical industry

Additional skills:

• Ability to create technically feasible, economical equipment concepts from customer specifications consisting of varying levels of detail
• Ability to identify and account for potential risks (technical, budget, schedule, etc.) that may be encountered during the execution of quoted projects
• Ability to obtain and process information from internal and external resources in order to accurately estimate the labor and material costs required to execute projects being quoted
• A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of our customers’ products and manufacturing processes
• An understanding of the capabilities and benefits of the equipment being quoted—and the ability to effectively communicate those benefits to customers
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple customer opportunities simultaneously in an environment where priorities are constantly changing
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
• A strong customer service mindset, considering customer needs and concerns in decision-making
• A disciplined, goal-oriented personality with the creativity to provide and work with new ideas and approaches to design and processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, and 2D/3D design software
• Flexibility to travel, domestic and international, and work additional hours as needed to meet project requirements
• A commitment to integrity, ethical and economical practices, and the organization’s values and mission

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

As a member of HAHN Automation Group, applicants must be able to interact safely in a manufacturing environment. This includes:

• Full body mobility with the ability to bend, stoop, climb, and lift or move 25 lbs. of weight
• The ability to walk within restricted areas of the company manufacturing plant
• Professional conduct in regards to hygiene and dress
• The ability to read and prepare business documents as well as conduct business over the telephone in a sometimes-loud environment
• The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The ability to travel to customer, supplier, and/or inter-company sites via vehicle or airplane (both domestic and international)
• Valid driver’s license with driving record of acceptable risk as defined by HAHN Automation Group US’s insurance company
• Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States now and in the future without employment visa sponsorship

HAHN Automation Group US, Inc. offers the following benefits options:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Options
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Short-term, Long-term Insurance, & Life Insurance
• 401K
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday