What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Applications Engineer position at Steven Douglas Corp?
Bring Your Technical Expertise to Steven Douglas Corp (SDC)
At SDC, we specialize in designing and building custom automated machines that serve a wide variety of applications and industries. As a family-owned and growing business, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions by blending proven engineering principles with creative approaches to automation.
We are looking for a Sr. Applications Engineer with a strong foundation in machine design and a knack for developing practical, technical solutions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex design challenges, working hands-on to create robust automation systems that meet diverse customer needs.
Key Benefits:
- Innovative Machine Design: At SDC, your primary focus will be creating detailed, functional machine concepts that align with customer requirements.
- Collaborative Environment: Work closely with our sales, project management, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of design and execution.
- Family-Owned Culture: Experience a supportive and agile environment that values technical excellence and personal growth.
Responsibilities:
- Develop machine concepts using sound engineering principles, leveraging SDC's components and systems when possible.
- Prepare technical proposals, detailed cost estimates, and presentations for custom automation solutions.
- Collaborate with customers to define project requirements and ensure proposed designs meet functional and technical specifications.
- Travel to customer sites with the sales team to assist with project scoping and design discussions, as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure alignment with SDC's project release processes.
- Support the engineering team during the design phase by providing insights and expertise on machine functionality.
Requirements:
- Extensive experience in machine design, with a proven ability to develop innovative yet practical solutions for automation challenges.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, automation components, and manufacturing processes.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills to clearly articulate design concepts to customers and internal teams.
- A detail-oriented mindset with the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.
- A collaborative, problem-solving approach, and a willingness to assist with various engineering-related tasks.
At SDC, you'll be part of a team that prioritizes technical excellence and delivers high-quality machines to a wide range of industries. If you're ready to apply your machine design expertise in a dynamic, family-owned business, we'd love to hear from you.
What We Offer:
At SDC, we believe in taking care of our team both professionally and personally. We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive pay that reflects your expertise and contributions.
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with additional supplemental insurance options available.
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and 10 company-paid holidays to support work-life balance.
- A 4% employer match to a 401(k) plan each pay period, along with company contributions to individual HSA plans.
Beyond the benefits, you'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting and challenging projects across industries, keeping your work engaging and impactful. Our company culture is built on integrity, respect, continuous learning, innovation, and teamwork, creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally.
