Applications Engineer

About the role

The Account Manager – Applications Engineer is a key member of the sales team, responsible for developing proposals and supporting the Sales Account Managers. Key directives include responding to requests for quotations in a timely and efficient manner, while delivering the Eclipse Vision and the Eclipse Entrepreneurial Culture.

Responsibilities

• Participate in customer RFQ review meetings, either on-site at the customer or in-house
• Prepare cell layout drawings for the various RFQs
• Liaise between mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and assembly manufacturing groups for technical assistance in developing concepts and processes
• Provide assistance in estimating labor and material costs to meet customer requirements
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain estimates of major material and equipment costs required for the preparation of budgets and proposals
• Prepare equipment layouts
• Participate in the elaboration of the list and schedule of technical deliverables for the complete project as well as the corresponding list of interfaces
• Technical follow-up during engineering, procurement & construction
• Identify technical risks and their impact on the project & mitigate their effects
• Prepare specifications and estimate costs
• Provide proactive customer design support for vertically integrated components and complex electro-mechanical assemblies
• Work with internal and external design and technology functions to create unique specifications and applications
• Work to specific project budgets and timelines provided by Applications Manager
• Prepare draft budget and quotation proposals for review with the Applications Engineering Lead, the Sales Manager and Key Account Managers
• Attend escalation and red flags as directed by Applications Manager
• Promote positive relations with internal customers, partners, customers, vendors, and distributors
• Recommend and consistently administer policies and procedures to enhance department operations and support continuous improvement
• Enforce and promote Eclipse policies throughout the entire company including Human Resources, personal development, Safety and Environmental
• Recommend Eclipse Database improvements on an ongoing basis to increase efficiency throughout the company
• Liaise between all departments as required to ensure on time delivery proposals, and internal procedures are executed in a timely manner
• Notify the Applications Manager as early as possible if milestones cannot be met
• Attend appropriate meetings when required
• Ensure that Company ISO Standards are followed
• Work with Human Resources and abide to Employment Standards Act and the Eclipse Employee Handbook
• Promote environmentally and ergonomically safe conceptual product and/or processes to ensure safety of Eclipse personnel and the customer’s employees
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Eclipse Automation Conduct Code
• Adhere to the Eclipse Project Operating Policy
• Maintain company confidentiality and ensure employees know accurate information as required
• Maintain good corporate citizen role in support of the Eclipse corporate Vision
• Foster the development of a culture reflective of the core values of the business
• Represent the company at various community and/or business meetings to promote the company
• Complete other duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

• University Degree or College Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics or equivalent experience
• Excellent experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks and be an expert in MS Office
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical controls and integration of equipment
• Experience and working knowledge of most CSA, ANSI and CE standards
• Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate teams to produce quality proposals within tight timeframes, with changing priorities
• Conflict resolution skills are an asset
• Self-motivated and lead by example with a positive attitude and outlook in the company

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance package
• Reimbursement for tuition and professional dues
• Paid vacation, personal days, and sick days

Schedule

Full-Time, on-site position in Rockhill, SC.

Travel expectation of up to 30% of time may be anticipated, however may be exceeded in exceptional circumstances to meet project needs.