Applications Engineer

BHS Robotics is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to join our growing team in Hanover Park, IL!

SUMMARY

The Applications Engineer is a critical business contributor, with responsibility for conceptualizing customer automation solutions, creating project budgets and technical proposals. Using best engineering practices with a consultative approach, the Applications Engineer engages with clients, sales staff, and engineering to fully understand their needs and develop these solutions.

With our history of strong customer relationships, and an account-based sales strategy, you’ll become a trusted partner to our clients. Working with our experienced, cross-functional team you will develop the best automation solutions for our customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conceptualize solutions to customer requirements, create budgets and quotations.
• Work closely with Account Managers and Business Development Managers throughout the proposal process.
• Participate in customer meetings and presentations as requested by the sales teams.
• Qualify requests for quotation based on technical capabilities, capacity, and overall risk.
• Read, understand, and clarify all customer specifications and RFQ materials.
• Develop conceptual CAD layouts.
• Generate detailed budgets for all disciplines, contractors, materials, and manufactured items.
• Work with suppliers and partners to validate applicable technologies and obtain commercial quotes.
• Act as liaison for operational questions to ensure projects follow the prescribed scope and budgets.
• Keep current on industry and market trends, new technology, tools, and software.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Mechanical Engineering degree, Mechatronics or similar technical field.
• 2 + years prior experience required as an application engineer in an automation company.
• Experience working in CRM software such as Sales Force or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of AutoCad and Solidworks.
• Occasional travel to customer locations.

COMPETENCIES

• Proven expertise in delivering client-focused solutions based on customer needs.
• Proven ability to organize and manage multiple projects at a time with impeccable attention to details.
• Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of engineering practices including design for manufacturability, maintainability, reliability, safety, and machine shop practices.
• Excellent organizational, time management and follow-up skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The role of the Applications Engineer, while primarily an office-based position, does require the ability to engage in physical activities consistent with engineering environments. This may include:

• Sitting for extended periods while performing computer-based work.
• Regular walking, bending, and standing to support projects on the shop floor or site visits.
• Ability to lift objects up to 25 pounds when working with prototypes or machinery.
• Manual dexterity for handling small components during design or review processes.
• Visual acuity to accurately work on detailed drawings and to inspect equipment.
• Occasional travel to project sites (up to 5% of the time), which may require additional physical demands depending on the location.
• Candidates should be capable of fulfilling these physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodations to carry out the essential functions of the role.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Up to $125,000 + full benefits as seen below!

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous 6% 401(k) Match
• HSA/FSA (eligible for BHS contribution into HSA)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave – 3 weeks paid
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Legal Assist and ID Theft

ABOUT THE COMPANY

BHS Robotics is a provider of automated manufacturing solutions to improve the productivity, safety, and profitability of our customers. With over 3,000 installations nationwide, BHS Robotics system solutions are found in a broad range of industries with special emphasis on corrugated containers, plastic processing, packaging, building materials, and consumer products.

Founded in 1910 as Chicago Electric, BHS Robotics has always been a leader in drive and control technology for industry. Still family-owned, we are proud of our long heritage of quality workmanship and outstanding customer service. Our teams are vertically integrated with all disciplines inclusive to the BHS business, including design, engineering, panel building, programming, testing, fabrication, installation, startup, and service. BHS Robotics is a proud member of the global BHS-World companies, headquartered in Weiherhammer, Germany