APPLICATIONS ENGINEER - FLUID RECYCLING EQUIPMENT
Prab, Kalamazoo, MI, United States
Job Description Overview
Applications Engineers are responsible for the preparation of sales drawings, equipment costing, quotations, material testing, and other documentation in support of sales efforts. This position will support fluid filtration and process water product lines. Duties include coordinating with Sales and Engineering from customer inquiry until the final equipment purchase order. This is a visible position within the company, to suppliers and to our customers. Solid communication skills are required due to the combined Sales and Engineering nature of this position. Reports to the Applications Engineering Manager and may be infrequently called upon to supervise the work of others, depending on project size & workload.
Qualifications
• Dedication to excellence and a quality output
• Associates degree in engineering, or equivalent experience (e.g. degree in other related discipline or work experience in similar field)
• Working knowledge of Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, CRM software
• Basic knowledge of machine design & electrical controls
• Communication, organization, and prioritization skills
• Cost estimating experience is desirable
• Experience in the bulk material handling and processing industry a plus
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, 3-D experience is a plus
Responsibilities
The following are required of this position on a daily basis:
• Promote excellence throughout the department
• Test cutting fluid and process water samples to evaluate equipment suitability
• Summarize data obtained and draft laboratory reports
• Laboratory methods of analysis include:
o Appearance Characterization
o pH Analysis
o Filtration - Gravity and Vacuum
o Centrifuge Testing
o UV/Vis Analysis
• Review the RFQ, clarify customer requirements and help determine the proper equipment
• Work with Sales to prioritize the proposal schedule
• Production of sales drawings, formal and budgetary proposals
• Estimate equipment costs, get bids for buyout items and installation
• Produce installation RFQs
• Occasionally act as customer contact
• Ownership and responsibility for assigned projects
• Maintenance of proposal schedule by finishing work on time
• Work independently, accurately, and efficiently
• Work closely and communicate with other departments
• Applications Engineers represent the company at a high level and must conduct themselves in a professional manner
• Occasional travel to customer facilities providing Sales support
Applications Engineers are responsible for the preparation of sales drawings, equipment costing, quotations, material testing, and other documentation in support of sales efforts. This position will support fluid filtration and process water product lines. Duties include coordinating with Sales and Engineering from customer inquiry until the final equipment purchase order. This is a visible position within the company, to suppliers and to our customers. Solid communication skills are required due to the combined Sales and Engineering nature of this position. Reports to the Applications Engineering Manager and may be infrequently called upon to supervise the work of others, depending on project size & workload.
Qualifications
• Dedication to excellence and a quality output
• Associates degree in engineering, or equivalent experience (e.g. degree in other related discipline or work experience in similar field)
• Working knowledge of Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, CRM software
• Basic knowledge of machine design & electrical controls
• Communication, organization, and prioritization skills
• Cost estimating experience is desirable
• Experience in the bulk material handling and processing industry a plus
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, 3-D experience is a plus
Responsibilities
The following are required of this position on a daily basis:
• Promote excellence throughout the department
• Test cutting fluid and process water samples to evaluate equipment suitability
• Summarize data obtained and draft laboratory reports
• Laboratory methods of analysis include:
o Appearance Characterization
o pH Analysis
o Filtration - Gravity and Vacuum
o Centrifuge Testing
o UV/Vis Analysis
• Review the RFQ, clarify customer requirements and help determine the proper equipment
• Work with Sales to prioritize the proposal schedule
• Production of sales drawings, formal and budgetary proposals
• Estimate equipment costs, get bids for buyout items and installation
• Produce installation RFQs
• Occasionally act as customer contact
• Ownership and responsibility for assigned projects
• Maintenance of proposal schedule by finishing work on time
• Work independently, accurately, and efficiently
• Work closely and communicate with other departments
• Applications Engineers represent the company at a high level and must conduct themselves in a professional manner
• Occasional travel to customer facilities providing Sales support