Applications Engineer II/III

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, delivers intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how leading manufacturers make and distribute products. We’re seeking an Applications Engineer II/III to support our Salt Lake City Division.

About the role

As an Applications Engineer II/III, you’ll develop competitive, customer-focused automation solutions. You’ll translate customer requirements and pain points into technically capable, cost-effective system concepts that can be proposed, sold, and executed. This role owns concept development, cost estimation, and proposal creation in response to customer Requests for Proposal (RFPs), while supporting Account Managers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

This is an onsite position located near the greater Ogden/Salt Lake City, UT area. A hybrid arrangement may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Gain a thorough understanding of customer specifications, requirements, and operational pain points.
• Interact with customers during the definition of machine requirements, concept development, and proposal presentation.
• Generate conceptual automation solutions for applications with no standard or prior solutions using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or Visual Components.
• Develop cost estimates, risk assessments, cycle time analyses, and system flow diagrams to support proposals.
• Prepare and participate in internal and external quote reviews, presenting concepts, costs, risks, and delivery timelines.
• Author clear and comprehensive proposals defining scope of work, production rates, machine buy-off requirements, and customer part requirements.
• Support Account Managers by incorporating customer pain points and competitive advantages into proposals.
• Provide cross-functional technical support during the quoting and early project phases.
• Apply practical conformance to JR Automation’s corporate practices, procedures, and tools.
• Mentor junior Applications Engineers, co-ops, and interns.
• Travel to customer sites and company locations as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field (calculated as two years of relevant work experience for each year of academic study).
• Five or more years of experience in automation, machinery, or related technical industries.
• Hands-on experience in Applications Engineering, quoting, and customer interaction.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, Visual Components).
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Medical benefits starting your first day.
• Paid parental leave.
• Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects.
• A collaborative, engineering-driven environment.
• Career growth and skill development opportunities.
• A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter.