Application Engineer

Application Engineer Seeking an Application Engineer to take the technical lead on custom industrial automation projects before the sale, turning customer needs into practical solutions and winning proposals. Responsibilities Put together accurate project estimates, proposals and quotes, and serve as the technical go-to alongside Sales during customer meetings and site visits. Design automation concepts like robotic cells, assembly, inspection, material handling and special machines, based on customer RFQs, specs and part drawings. Validate concepts through 2D/3D layouts, robot simulations, cycle time and reach studies, and proof-of-concept testing. Requirements Track record estimating and quoting custom automation equipment, with SolidWorks and AutoCAD skills. Hands-on experience with PLCs, vision, servo/motion, robots and end-of-arm tooling, conveyors, pneumatics and machine guarding. At least 5 years in industrial automation, ideally at a machine builder or custom integrator. A mechanical engineering degree is preferred. Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction and without the need for current or future sponsorship. Resumes can be confidentially sent to View email address on click.appcast.io. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time. gpac