Applications Engineer
$70,000–$95,000 year
On-siteSaint Paul, Minnesota, United States
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$70,000–$95,000 yearMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Lead quoting projects by preparing system costing reports, layout drawings, and proposals using Microsoft Dynamics Navision, SQL Reports, and AutoCAD. Present quoted projects to the Quote Review Committee daily while maintaining expert knowledge of all Delkor commercial product lines. Develop financial data for assigned projects and communicate the financial impacts of business decisions. Work approximately 90% of the time in an office setting with 10% on the assembly floor, including short-notice travel for job-related activities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Packaging, or equivalent preferred; or two-year technical degree plus 3+ years of job experience in a similar role with demonstrated effective technical skills
- 3-5 years of experience in Capital Equipment and/or Industrial Automation Manufacturing
- Experience working in a 'make-to-order' or 'engineer-to-order' environment
- Able to draft, read, understand and analyze engineering drawings
- Proficient in the use of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook
- Thorough understanding of the steps to effective selling and customer relationship building
- Advanced business math skills
- Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to produce written communication at a professional business level
- Able to adapt to a fast-paced environment
- Communicates clearly and effectively (verbally and/or non-verbally) to individuals and groups, internally and externally, to exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately
- Works well with a variety of people and personalities, and with other Delkor departments
- Works collaboratively, as a team member, to suggest ideas and resolve issues in a positive manner
- Able to be assertive when dealing with internal and external customers and able to push back when necessary
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and accurately with minimal supervision
- Understands the need to work productively, making good use of his or her time
- Able to independently problem solve issues
- Well organized with excellent attention to detail
- Able to maintain a positive workplace environment, even when encountering challenging situations
- Sit at a desk or in meetings for extended periods including performing extensive computer tasks
- Stand and walk for a portion of the day to interact with other employees
- Lift 10 – 40 pounds on occasion
- Possess arm and hand mobility and strength to lift, hold, reach, carry, push and pull packaging, supplies and samples
- Able to judge distances and space relationships to successfully complete detailed activities to fine tolerances, including reading spreadsheets and other documents
- Communicate effectively to give and receive detailed information through verbal and/or non-verbal communication in person or using the telephone; exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately to customers, co-workers, supervisors, vendors and others inside and outside the company
- Able to travel on short notice for job related activities (estimated 5-10% annual travel)
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics Navision a plus
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