Mechanical Application Engineer - Springfield, OH

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community, and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work .

POSITION SUMMARY
The Application Engineer is responsible for providing Production with consistent and accurate work orders, using variant configuration and super BOM tools. This role works with a global platform to deliver up-to-date production materials.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Acts as the technical representative for factory production orders.
• Use product knowledge and comprehension of technical features to create production orders.
• May conduct brainstorming sessions with the engineering personnel aiming at super BOM 
improvement using variant configuration and internal processes.
• Maintain a tracking system for open orders to assure timely delivery of work orders between 
Engineering and Production departments.
• Interface with suppliers and vendors as required for clarification of drawing and customer 
requirements.
• Interface with the customer as required for clarification of product requirements.
• Identify and request engineering data (drawings, specs, parts lists, etc.) as required to support 
order activity.
• Perform processing activities in accordance with existing procedures, management direction, 
and work instructions. 
• Evaluate existing procedures for potential streamlining of process activities and waste 
reduction.
• May support Purchasing in a technical capacity when dealing with vendors.
• Use industry software; SAP, E3 series, Vertex to perform day to day processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: 
• Must be able to read, understand, and compose electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Must be able to make independent as well as collaborative decisions to accommodate accurate 
estimates for internal and external processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Must be a team player. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. 
• Attention to detail is a must. • Well-developed PC skills and experience in mechanical and electrical drawings using CAD 
software is required. 
• Must have good knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering discipline.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 
• Associate’s degree in engineering is required.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in mechanical or electrical, application, or sales engineering 
in an industrial environment.

What we offer:

Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.

Sick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes moves what matters . Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.