Co-op, FES Application Engineering

The Voith Group is a global technology company with a broad portfolio of systems, products, services, and digital applications. Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials, and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company has around 20,700 employees, sales of €4.8 billion, and locations in over 60 countries worldwide.

About the role

The Application Engineer is responsible for providing technical support to the sales organization, including preparing quotations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a general understanding of all Voith Fiber Systems products and process technology, working with existing Application Engineers.
• Determine customer needs, problems, and requirements and deliver a solution (system or single machine) to fulfill/solve it.
• Define and size the required machines and systems according to the Voith Engineering Directives.
• Develop accurate, competitive, and appropriate quotations in a timely manner and create detailed cost estimates.
• Maintain a well-organized quotation file with accurate and current Sizing Sheets, Balances, Correspondences, and Equipment Specifications.
• Assist the Sales Team in determining customer needs and promote Voith products and technology through email, phone calls, meetings, or site visits.
• Support (participate in) the start-up and optimization of systems sold to maintain a thorough understanding of the process.
• Present at customer sites or conferences if required.
• Work as a team with cross-departmental colleagues.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a qualified educational program for a BS degree in Pulp & Paper Science or Chemical Engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to discuss technical topics with sales and engineering colleagues (local, national, international).
• Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to learn other programs.
• Discretion in handling confidential data.
• Paper mill experience is advantageous but not necessary.
• Self-starter requiring minimal guidance from superiors.

Benefits

• Flexibility with work/life balance.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• 401K with generous company match.
• Climate-neutral footprint worldwide.
• Tuition reimbursement.