What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Application Engineer position at Zeppelin Systems USA?
Company Description Zeppelin Systems USA is seeking a Senior Application Engineer to lead the development of technical and commercial proposals for bulk material handling and process systems. This role works closely with Sales, Process Engineering, CAD, vendors, and customers to develop process concepts, select suitable equipment, prepare accurate quotations, and support the Application Engineering team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review customer requirements and specifications with the responsible Market or Sales Manager.
- Communicate with customers, vendors, engineering teams, and other project stakeholders to collect the information required for quotation development.
- Lead the development of process concepts and selection of suitable equipment.
- Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, scope descriptions, and supporting documentation.
- Support Sales Managers, Process Managers, and CAD Designers in the development of process flow diagrams.
- Participate in the preparation of technical documents and customer presentations.
- Obtain vendor quotations for specialty equipment and incorporate pricing into proposal cost estimates.
- Maintain, update, and expand internal cost-estimating databases.
- Support, guide, and mentor the Application Engineering team.
- Travel as required to support sales activities, up to 10%.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Extensive technical understanding of bulk material handling and industrial process systems.
- Strong experience with pneumatic conveying in one or more of the following industries: food, chemicals, plastics, or minerals.
- Ability to independently review technical specifications and translate customer requirements into practical system concepts.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Independent, solution-oriented mindset with strong team collaboration.
- Ability to guide less-experienced team members and coordinate effectively with Sales, Engineering, CAD, vendors, and international teams.
Education & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Process Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Alternatively, 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in bulk material handling, application engineering, or technical cost estimating.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Zeppelin Systems USA does not sponsor work visas.