What are the responsibilities and job description for the Applications Engineer III position at Spring Automation?
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About the Team
At Spring Automation, our mission is to design, build, and install controls systems for the material handling industry. But what truly sets us apart is our purpose: to show how business can improve lives. We do this by cultivating strong relationships, empowering our team, and prioritizing integrity in everything we do.
We're a team that believes in winning together, guided by a simple philosophy of always doing what's right. Our culture is built on a people-first approach, a commitment to serving with excellence, and a strong sense of ownership on every project. We're driven by grit, urgency, and a long-term vision that allows us to think beyond today and build solutions that last.
About the Role The Applications Engineer III will play a critical role in the building of control system solutions. This individual will perform multiple key functions within our small but growing business, including reviewing system needs with our customers, creating control system concepts, and assisting with the creation and delivery of final project proposals. This individual will be a key component of Spring’s ability to expand into existing and new markets. As Spring grows, this individual will have a high impact on Spring’s overall direction by proposing competitive solutions to our customers. This position reports to the Director of Solutions.
In this role, you will…
We’re excited about you because you have…
About the Team
At Spring Automation, our mission is to design, build, and install controls systems for the material handling industry. But what truly sets us apart is our purpose: to show how business can improve lives. We do this by cultivating strong relationships, empowering our team, and prioritizing integrity in everything we do.
We're a team that believes in winning together, guided by a simple philosophy of always doing what's right. Our culture is built on a people-first approach, a commitment to serving with excellence, and a strong sense of ownership on every project. We're driven by grit, urgency, and a long-term vision that allows us to think beyond today and build solutions that last.
About the Role The Applications Engineer III will play a critical role in the building of control system solutions. This individual will perform multiple key functions within our small but growing business, including reviewing system needs with our customers, creating control system concepts, and assisting with the creation and delivery of final project proposals. This individual will be a key component of Spring’s ability to expand into existing and new markets. As Spring grows, this individual will have a high impact on Spring’s overall direction by proposing competitive solutions to our customers. This position reports to the Director of Solutions.
In this role, you will…
- Review problems and needs with customers and end users.
- Develop control system concepts.
- Create layouts in AutoCAD.
- Create RFQs for subcontractors, including electrical installers and panel shops.
- Assist the estimating and sales department with process improvements.
- Participate in project handoffs from Sales to Operations as needed.
- Make customer visits as needed.
We’re excited about you because you have…
- A Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- At least six years of relevant experience, preferably in applications engineering.
- Design experience and development of programmed applications.
- Knowledge of engineering and programming including electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and computer programming.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proficiency with computer-assisted design (CAD) software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.