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Job Description
Title :
Applications Engineer Location :
Near Monee, IL Hire Type :
Direct Hire Compensation :
$90k/yr. - $100k/yr.
Benefits :
Insurance (Health, Medical, Dental), PTO, Paid Holidays, and more! Must have
Skill Set :
SolidWorks (PDM), Hydraulic/Pneumatic/Electrical System Design, ERP Systems (IFS preferred), BOM Development. We are seeking an Applications Engineer to serve as the technical bridge between sales and engineering teams while supporting engineered equipment projects from proposal through completion. This role is responsible for developing technical proposals, managing customer projects, supporting product development initiatives, and ensuring successful execution of project deliverables. The ideal candidate will have experience in machine design, project management, customer support, and heavy equipment applications.
Job Duties :
Develop estimates and technical proposals for engineered equipment projects
Develop product pricing models and provide technical support to the sales team for new projects
Develop project scope and specification documents and monitor project scope compliance
Lead project kick-off meetings and communicate project requirements and deliverables to team members
Manage customer project status communications throughout project execution
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and production control to ensure timely completion of critical project milestones
Manage drawing packages and technical documentation submittals with customers
Schedule and facilitate project closeout meetings, including Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Post-Action Reviews (PARs)
Review customer specifications and ensure compliance, clarification of requirements, exceptions, and delivery expectations are addressed
Support customer service activities and assist with warranty-related issues
Participate in product development initiatives and continuous product improvement efforts
Maintain project documentation and records using SolidWorks PDM and IFS ERP systems
Travel domestically and internationally for equipment startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities as needed
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural, mechanical, and hydraulic machine design
Railcar industry experience preferred
Strong project management experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong customer service orientation
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work within demanding deadlines
Ability to work effectively as both a team member and team leader
Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D CAD (2005 or newer)
Experience with heavy machinery design
Ability to travel up to 10% as required Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.