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Applications Engineer Technical Lead (M/F/D)*

TGW Logistics · Grand Rapids, MI · 2 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time

About the role

The Applications Engineering Technical Lead supervises sales projects within a group of Applications Engineers, ensuring technical feasibility and cost efficiency in solutions. Key responsibilities include developing intralogistics systems, supporting order intake, and serving as a technical expert.

Responsibilities

  • Provides technical management via proactive coaching and mentoring of employees in the respective group regarding solution-finding, specialist knowledge, control technology, and methodological competence.
  • Develops a technically feasible and economical offer that optimally satisfies customer requirements and earns customer acceptance.
  • Serves as technical expert and point of contact for specialist departments, such as product management, for the further development of mechatronic products and solutions.
  • Ensures proper order handover to the process realization and implementation, providing active order support.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • At least five (5) years of prior experience in applications engineering or related, preferably in a material handling or intralogistics environment.
  • Advanced proficiency in 2D (AutoCAD) and 3D CAD software.
  • Formal or informal leadership experience leading a team of engineers.
  • In-depth knowledge of mechanics, automation, and control technology.
  • Understanding of logistical processes and requirements via third-party trades (racking systems, labelling systems, sorting systems, etc.).
  • Comfortability in coaching and mentoring less experienced engineers.

Qualifications

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

Skills

  • Technical expertise in intralogistics systems and mechatronics.
  • Leadership and mentoring abilities.
  • Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software.
  • Knowledge of logistics and third-party trade processes.

Benefits

  • TGW offers full medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • 401K with company match.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Competitive pay with PTO package offerings.
  • Safety shoe, protective eyewear, and fitness reimbursement.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Schedule details are not specified in the job posting.

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