POSITION OVERVIEW:

The purpose of the estimating department is to provide estimating support to the corporate and direct sales team. In addition to developing and maintaining a standard estimating work process.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – Application Engineer 

• Perform engineering calculations and conceptual layouts of a variety of material handling systems, including high speed sortation
• Perform required calculations to validate system throughput and workability
• Provide project scheduling input for systems implementation
• Develop detailed SOW (mechanical, electrical, Controls, and WCS functionality)
• Specify and design system demolition and rework pertaining to the re-use of existing equipment
• Specify equipment and consult with vendors on project needs and deliverables
• Select vendors and document the intended use.
• Ensure the development and maintenance of company standards and estimating services
• Establish the proper equipment application to meet customer’s needs and budget
• Ensure competitive quotes for outside vendors (Equipment, Mechanical & Electrical installations & Controls.
• Coordination- Facilitate effective communication within the department and organization
• Ensure a pro-active communication process back to sales team is in place so concepts, ideas, designs, etc. can be implemented up-stream to minimize repeatable errors and great ideas can be used as a competitive advantage during the sales cycle.
• Prioritizing workload effectively and responding to all teams in a timely fashion.
• Execution- Ensure the commitments are fulfilled.
• This includes working with the Sales Team to finalize concepts to meet customer investment
• Facilitate effective communication and efficient resource deployment within the estimating group as well as with the Sales Team.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist team members through mentoring and coaching in complex subjects.
• Provide technical guidance to associates and management.
• Assist in proposal presentation, if required
• Assure that all company and/or project goals are properly communicated to and acted upon by all estimating personnel
• Project site visits to gather required dimensions and project information

DECISION MAKING

• Decide which equipment options and vendors are needed for the customers application
• Concepting a design, deciding the best use of available space, and best desired flow of product.

EDUCATION

BSME Mechanical Engineering, BSEE Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

5 yrs. with a conveyor manufacturer and/or systems integrator

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Valid Driver’s License

SolidWorks, AutoCAD, PMP, PE or other professional certification a plus

TECHNICAL/COMPUTER SKILLS

Basic computer knowledge, Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet, QuickBooks, AutoCAD

Understanding of pneumatic and controls applications

SKILLS REQUIRED 

Ability to read drawings and visualize details in three dimensions.

Attention to detail required.

Knowledge of mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, and their installation.

Excellent problem-solving skills.

Effective communication abilities.

Possess excellent leadership skills and have the ability to effectively lead employees in the estimating

group.

ENVIRONMENTAL/PHYSICAL FACTORS

This position works primarily in a typical office environment, however 15% travel required.

This position requires the ability to access mezzanines and maintenance platforms.

This position requires ability to lift 25 lbs.