Application Engineer - Belcan

An Applications Engineer job is available with a manufacturing client in Bloomingdale, IL. The individual provides pre-sale and post-sale technical support to internal and external customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Assists sales representatives and project engineers with interpreting customer requirements, identifying application design criteria and evaluating the feasibility of delivering compelling customer solutions that lead to winning new business opportunities.
-Actively calls on designated target accounts in conjunction with assigned sales representative to identify and secure new solutions-based business opportunities.
-Provides pre-sale support including application planning, specifying complete software/hardware component direction and schematic design.
-Prepares designs and quotations for the variety of products/systems offered by the company based upon customer specifications/requirements and generally accepted industry standards.
-Performs detailed calculations using excel and/or vendor supplied software.
-Produces circuit diagrams, mechanical layout/assembly drawings and simulations using Solidworks, DraftSight and Automation Studio.
-May consult with supplier territory managers and/or product managers on application designs, special pricing agreements and lead times.
-Collaborates with the Mobile Service Team on developing application quotes and/or referring sales leads for onsite services.
-Provides training to engineers and maintenance personnel through onsite seminars and remote webinars.
-Maintains and improves mechanical and electrical instruments and troubleshooting equipment for mobile and/or industrial applications.
-Provides post sale support including startup troubleshooting assistance, network commissioning assistance, and overall integration assistance.
-Inspects completed installations and observes operation, to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards.
-Provides internal and external technical support through email, ticket portal and/or online chat box.

REQUIREMENTS:
-Bachelor's degree in engineering or experience that outweighs education
-Minimum of two (2) years of related experience
-Strong working knowledge of seals and seal design, along with our expertise with hose, tubing, fittings, and other specialty products is required. Knowledge of mobile hydraulics, electro-hydraulics and/or other related fluid power technologies is a plus.
-Demonstrated computer skills (MS Word & Excel, SolidWorks, DraftSight or other 2D CAD)
-Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or general engineering related skillsets.
-Professional communication in person and by phone and email with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.
-Self-management skills including note taking, personal action item lists and good time management.
-Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
-Attention to detail and overall appreciation of quality of work.

THIS IS A DIRECT POSITION AND THE INDIVIUAL CAN WORK REMOTE BUT REQUIRED TO BE ON-SITE AT THE FACILITY ONE DAY A WEEK

If you are interested in this Application Engineer job in Bloomingdale, IL, please apply via the 'apply now' link provided or send resumes to cknisley@belcan.com

Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract/temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments in the engineering, IT, and professional fields. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a team-driven Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.belcan.com.