What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traveling Technology Engineer position at KUKA?
Job Description
The Proposal Engineer works under the guidance of a Senior Proposal Engineer and/or the Manager/Director of Sales. This role requires understanding the assembly process, developing tooling methodologies, automated solutions, transferring technology, systems integration, and associated CAD models for the system.
Key Responsibilities
- Interact with the Senior Proposal Engineer and/or Manager/Director of Sales to understand the customer's project scope and work toward a comprehensive and effective technical solution.
- Work in roles of increasing responsibility while developing skills through experience and training.
- Develop, evaluate, and compare technical studies.
- Write a complete proposal document.
- Render CAD files using Keyshot software for proposals and presentations.
- Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills.
- Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while handling multiple assignments.
- Line up estimating and ensure that estimating understands the complete project content (tooling, mechanical, automation, software, personnel, commissioning, FAT, SAT, etc.).
- Understand and assist in developing a comprehensive working concept integrating manufacturing process and sequence, applicable tooling, automation concept, and integration.
- Work with supplier partners.
- Understand project execution plan and equipment content.
- Perform cycle/takt time analysis.
- Coordinate with simulation group for studies when applicable.
- Request quotations for purchased items from supplier partners and KUKA internal sources (tooling, mechanical, software, etc.).
- Interact with customer technical personnel and SMEs through the proposal process (reviews, questions/clarifications from customer and KUKA proposal team, final presentation, etc.).
- The position may require international travel; personnel must have a passport or be willing to obtain one.
- Understand and follow safety & environmental regulations and identify safety/environmental concerns.
- Adhere to the Quality System and participate in continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university.
- Five years related experience and/or training.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer
KUKA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
