TGW Logistics Group
LTS Applications Engineer
TGW Logistics Group, Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528
The Applications Engineer works closely with the LTS Sales team to create material handling solutions for our customers. This role supports the local sales team from initial customer contact through project implementation. Responsibilities include determining requirements, selecting, and applying products, and preparing technical content for Sales proposals. Responsibilities include drawing system adaptations and extensions layouts in both 3D and 2D CAD. Project applications vary amongst modernization, facility expansions and machinery retrofits, with a focus on existing TGW implementations.
What you'll be handling
Design and creation of the mechatronic material handling layouts through collaboration with LTS Retrofit Team, from initial concept to final contract design, using the TGW product portfolio and 3rd party equipment. Understand customer specifications and requirements of the material handling systems that comprise project scope. Design and development of replacement hardware and redesign existing systems to fulfill modernization needs of customers. Design and development of expansion projects for existing systems. Use engineering knowledge to perform performance calculations for the system to ensure that the selected equipment meets the specified target rates. Create mechanical costing quotation for both high level concept indications and final contract value to be rolled up into a total system pricing. What you'll need
Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred Applications engineering experience in materials handling environment preferred Proficient in Excel, MSWord, PowerPoint Proficient in AutoCAD (2D), Sketchup or other 3D Design Software Willingness to travel domestically up to 15-25% for training and customer support
What you'll receive
TGW offers full medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, competitive pay with PTO package offerings, along with safety shoe, protective eyewear, and fitness reimbursement.
TGW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
What you'll be handling
Design and creation of the mechatronic material handling layouts through collaboration with LTS Retrofit Team, from initial concept to final contract design, using the TGW product portfolio and 3rd party equipment. Understand customer specifications and requirements of the material handling systems that comprise project scope. Design and development of replacement hardware and redesign existing systems to fulfill modernization needs of customers. Design and development of expansion projects for existing systems. Use engineering knowledge to perform performance calculations for the system to ensure that the selected equipment meets the specified target rates. Create mechanical costing quotation for both high level concept indications and final contract value to be rolled up into a total system pricing. What you'll need
Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred Applications engineering experience in materials handling environment preferred Proficient in Excel, MSWord, PowerPoint Proficient in AutoCAD (2D), Sketchup or other 3D Design Software Willingness to travel domestically up to 15-25% for training and customer support
What you'll receive
TGW offers full medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, competitive pay with PTO package offerings, along with safety shoe, protective eyewear, and fitness reimbursement.
TGW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.