What are the responsibilities and job description for the Application Engineer - Michigan position at The Timken Company?
About Rollon
Rollon by Timken designs and manufactures high-performance linear components, actuators, and complete motion systems that power industrial innovation worldwide. With a strong focus on engineered-to-order solutions, we partner with customers to develop customized technologies that solve complex motion challenges and adapt to the evolving needs of modern industry.
Our vision is to be the world’s leading linear motion provider for customized product solutions and digital services, committed to a demanding, innovative and sustainable approach. We are committed to continuous improvement, advanced engineering, and long-term partnerships that create measurable value. Rollon solutions are trusted globally across industrial automation, aerospace, medical equipment, material handling, and other critical sectors where performance, efficiency, precision, and reliability are essential.
Position Summary
The Applications Engineer is responsible for driving sales growth within a defined geographic territory by combining technical expertise with strong relationship-building skills. This role partners closely with customers, distributors, and internal teams to understand technical needs, recommend solutions, and provide product support that ensures customer satisfaction and revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
We offer a comprehensive compensation package in line with market pay that includes a very generous benefits package. Voluntary health, dental, vision benefits on day one of employment! 10 paid holidays per year, paid sick, vacation, maternity/paternity and so much more.
All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Rollon by Timken designs and manufactures high-performance linear components, actuators, and complete motion systems that power industrial innovation worldwide. With a strong focus on engineered-to-order solutions, we partner with customers to develop customized technologies that solve complex motion challenges and adapt to the evolving needs of modern industry.
Our vision is to be the world’s leading linear motion provider for customized product solutions and digital services, committed to a demanding, innovative and sustainable approach. We are committed to continuous improvement, advanced engineering, and long-term partnerships that create measurable value. Rollon solutions are trusted globally across industrial automation, aerospace, medical equipment, material handling, and other critical sectors where performance, efficiency, precision, and reliability are essential.
Position Summary
The Applications Engineer is responsible for driving sales growth within a defined geographic territory by combining technical expertise with strong relationship-building skills. This role partners closely with customers, distributors, and internal teams to understand technical needs, recommend solutions, and provide product support that ensures customer satisfaction and revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
- Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned region.
- Meet or exceed sales targets through consultative selling and product demonstrations.
- Manage existing accounts, ensuring retention and identifying upsell or cross-sell opportunities.
- Develop territory sales plans and maintain an accurate sales pipeline.
- Understand customer technical requirements and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Provide pre-sales technical support, including product presentations, demos, and application assistance.
- Partner with engineering, R&D, and product management to address technical challenges or customization needs.
- Deliver post-sales support when needed, ensuring smooth implementation and customer satisfaction.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field preferred) or equivalent technical experience.
- 3–5 years of experience in technical sales, field engineering, or applications engineering.
- Strong understanding of automation, robotics and ‘like’ industries.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to travel within the assigned region (typically 30–60%).
- Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools.
We offer a comprehensive compensation package in line with market pay that includes a very generous benefits package. Voluntary health, dental, vision benefits on day one of employment! 10 paid holidays per year, paid sick, vacation, maternity/paternity and so much more.
All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.