Application Engineer

Job Summary of the Application Engineer The Application Engineer will support Product Platforms and the Engineering team by providing detailed sales and system application support. This role provides guidance to Sales and internal Engineering teams on product design to meet customer needs and is directly involved in customized solution development, including design proposals, solution verification, and drawing preparation. The role is directly involved in product design for customized solutions, including design proposals for quotations, solution verification, and drafts / drawing proposals. Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Application Engineer Receive and review design specifications with Sales and/or customers regarding product requirements versus capabilities Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and schematics using SolidWorks and AutoCAD/DraftsSight Analyze product specifications and performance requirements to develop manufacturable designs Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and corrective action initiatives Collaborate with Sales, Manufacturing, and Quality on design reviews and solutions Provide engineering support to the manufacturing shop floor and assist with commissioning activities Interpret regulatory codes such as UL, NEC, and NFPA Receive design specification input from Engineered Product Specialists and review with Sales and/or customers about product requirements versus our capabilities. Prepares detailed component, product, and/or layout and detailed drawings and schematics using SolidWorks and AutoCAD / DraftsSight. Processes Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for the product line(s). Analyzes product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine designs which can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods. Reviews challenges and problems with Engineering personnel. Works to find solutions to meet the customer’s requirements. Locates design and application files related to the required design(s), and makes design modifications, as appropriate. Conducts design review meetings with sales, manufacturing, and quality assurance personnel, for special engineered products. Initiates and writes Test Requests, analyzes results, and takes appropriate action. Over time, develops an expert-level understanding of assigned products. Provides engineering support to the manufacturing shop floor as required. Corrects any errors/omissions that occur in an expeditious manner and looks for ways to reduce/eliminate reoccurring errors. Supports corrective action investigation, analysis, and permanent corrective action implementation. Performs on-site inspections and supports commissioning activities. Education & Experience Requirements of the Application Engineer Associate degree in Mechanical Design, Electrical Design, or Engineering Technology, plus 3–5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination Proficiency in AutoCAD (2018 or newer) and SolidWorks is required Sound understanding of mobile electrification systems for industrial and/or commercial use is required Strong communication skills to effectively document and discuss technical requirements Ability to communicate and effectively document conversations with Sales and/or Customers concerning applications and technical requirements #J-18808-Ljbffr