Job description

POSITION TITLE: Automation Applications Engineer

REPORTS TO: Engineering Manager

BASIC FUNCTION: Collaborate with our Engineering and Sales teams to provide solutions for a wide variety of automation and motion control applications. Provide application engineering support and electrical expertise for staff or customers. Problem solve and develop custom solutions for customers.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Develop and design automated systems for industrial, mobile, and marine applications.
• Develop prototypes and build product mockups per customer specification.
• Direct involvement with DE sales team and customers to understand electrical components, product and/or equipment requirements.
• Assist sales personnel in creating presentations that showcase DE products, services, and capabilities.
• Design and develop unique tooling and/or custom equipment to meet customers’ specifications.
• Trouble-shoot products and systems both internally and at customer job sites. Conduct product inspections, tests, or repairs as needed.
• Commission and start up systems at customer’s location as needed.
• Maintain functional knowledge of current hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic controls technology.
• Assist staff with CAD drawing support for quotes or installations.
• Provide price quotes, order information, and technical information to customers and/or sales staff.
• Track, report, and communicate sales and/or purchase order status with any audiences.
• Process and manage returned goods and/or repair orders as needed.
• Learn and maintain a working knowledge of DE line card products and their applications.
• Learn and maintain a working knowledge of DE software: Solomon, TDF, and others.
• Assemble parts and/or components into finished assemblies per sales specification.
• Follow company policy and procedure with respect to systems, practices, and information sharing.
• Manage and/or complete special projects as assigned.
• Make recommendations and suggestions that promote continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• A 4-year technical degree is preferred, Engineering and/or Business. Automation, Electrical, Mechanical, Process, and other technical backgrounds are all applicable.
• Applicable industrial CAD experience required.
• Experience with general machine shop equipment (lathe, mill, drill press, hand tools).
• Experience in motion control and/or electrical are preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude is preferred.
• Ability to work independently with organizational skills, time management, and prioritization.
• Solid communication and teamwork skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office software products.

LOCATION & SCHEDULE

• Daily work site is primarily Grand Haven. Some Grand Rapids office or customer site locations.
• Specific hours and days are flexible and negotiable; schedule to be coordinated with workload under the direction of the Engineering Dept. Manager.

COMPENSATION:

• Position is full-time with very competitive wage and benefits.
• Work tools provided if/when specific duties require: laptop, cell phone, etc.
• Mileage reimbursement provided from DE office when personal vehicle is used.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Performance bonus
• Yearly pay

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• How many years of mechanical and/or electrical engineering experience do you have?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• engineering: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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