Production Line Application Engineer

Overview

Join Pro Mach and shine. Whether you are creative, strategic, persuasive, or mechanically inclined, there is a place for you here. Be a problem-solver, a closer, a futurist—whatever drives you. At Pro Mach, you will be challenged and rewarded as you help improve packaging performance and shape the future of automation. We will be proud to have you on the journey.

As our Applications Engineer, you will contribute to the success of the company by driving the growth and profitability of the companys product lines. You will work closely with our customers and vendors to ensure that the products being developed, launched and quoted allow Pro Mach Integrated Solutions to compete successfully and effectively in the marketplace. The position reports to the Manager, Applications Engineering.

Are you passionate about this work?

• Review customer RFPs, drawings, control documentation and other applicable specifications to determine requirements and/or feasibility of a given design or project

• Participate in the new project evaluation process by developing a concept, gathering cost data from historical records for pricing purposes, and make recommendations on proceeding or declining a project based on a risk/benefit analysis

• Liaise with management, sales and engineering during concept development

• Prepare preliminary design proposal(s) including concept layout drawings using AutoCAD and prepare proposal documentation in conjunction with the sales team

• Interact with customers to define scope, obtain specifications pertinent to the project and clarify questions they may have with the proposal if necessary in conjunction with sales staff

• Interact with vendors concerning part and/or assembly quotations required for the estimate

• Identify and understand competitive equipment

• Travel to customer sites for project evaluation. This may include measuring to define ranges and interaction with both factory and corporate staff

• Work with marketing to develop product launches, sales support, educational and promotional materials

• Assist with pricing strategy and create price lists, assist with vendor communication in price negotiations

• Monitor quality issues and resolve vendor related problems

• Maintain up-to-date sales and technical resources

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience

• Minimum of 5 years experience developing applications solutions in the packaging machinery industry

• Intermediate to advanced computer skills with MS Office programs such as Word, Excel and Power Point

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex technical documents

• High mechanical aptitude

• AutoCAD 2D skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems

• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy

• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills

• Excellent customer relations skills

There is room for innovative ideas and growth within our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves on being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.

In addition to growth opportunities, as a Pro Mach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Compensation includes salary within a range based on years of directly relatable experience, plus local and national compensation data in determining starting pay. Total compensation includes pay, potential short-term incentives, benefits, and a retirement plan with company match. Benefits are effective from day one of employment.

Pro Mach was named to the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and acquire new capabilities.

We offer a large-company strength with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced organization. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally with a personal touch you can make an impact every day.

Pro Mach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.