Applications Engineer

Job Description
Applications Engineer 1801 Theurer Blvd, Winona, MN 55987 HEADA Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 8:00am - 5:00pm OVERVIEW: Working as Full-time Applications Engineer, you will work directly with our global customer base on new or existing product designs, fastener consolidation, standardization projects (reverse engineering, teardowns, production line, reviews, etc.), failure analysis, and customer specified and industry standard testing. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding, training, and meeting performance goals. RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: o Providing technical support on fasteners and fastening to our customers and sales team o Overseeing and conducting failure analysis and testing of fastener and other metal components o Interpreting metallurgical and failure analysis results and provide solution recommendations for multifunctional teams o Sampling and testing of product in an A2LA Accredited Laboratory o Revising and troubleshooting fastener applications o Analyzing fastener failure o Establishing and complying with project timelines o Performing in house testing to prove design features REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: The following skills and qualifications are required for this position: o Possess a current full valid driver's license issued in the country where the job is located (including successful completion of any applicable graduated license program for your state or province) as well as the ability to meet our driving record requirements to use a company vehicle, as needed o Possess a bachelor's degree in Material Science, Metallurgy or a related field of study o Excellent written and oral communication skills o Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency o Highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented o Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities o Work independently as well as in a team environment o Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment o Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally o Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork o Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 75lbs o Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY) PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: o Possess prior work experience in the Fastener industry o Experience scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectroscopy o Knowledge of fractography (metals) and material failure mechanisms o Understanding of corrosion mechanisms and mitigation o Knowledge of deformation processes of steel o Knowledge of heat treatment fundamentals and techniques for metals. ABOUT US: Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders. As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal. FULL-TIME BENEFITS: Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health, Life, Long Term Disability, and Dental Insurance, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k) with an employer contribution. COMPENSATION: The base pay range for this position is $60,000 - 90,000. In addition to base pay, this position is also eligible for a bonus and/or commission.