TGW Logistics Group
Senior Applications Engineer
TGW Logistics Group, Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528
Sr. Applications Engineers are responsible for the technical application of TGW equipment and third party equipment during the quotation phase of a project.The Sr. AE is also responsible to guide the technical solution of a quotation while considering; project schedule, budget, the technical feasibility, design optimization and customer specific needs. A large role that Sr. AE's perform is the coaching and mentoring less experienced AE's in systems design, equipment specification, proper procedures and documentation within the AE role. Sr. AE's are utalized to help improve current procedures and increase the efficiency of our quotation process.
What you'll be handling
Make use of acquired skills in the engineering of material handling systems through the correct selection of TGW equipment, and/or other available manufactured equipment to successfully meet quotation requirements, i.e. rates, capabilities, pneumatics, drawing standards etc. Analyzes customer specifications; concepts material handling systems; prepares technical content of proposals such as equipment lists, 3D and 2D layout drawings, specification clarification, and pricing. Participate actively with solutions designers and sales associates to develop effective sales strategies; frequently responsible for implementation of these strategies. Provide proper engineering support and develop proposals/presentations, while meeting or exceeding our customers' expectations. Function with minimum supervision and wide variety of demonstrated skills in the engineering of material handling systems, as well as deciding on proper equipment applications. Work to develop skills and cost reduction methods in the areas of proposal preparation and new equipment application. Coach other Applications Engineers in the areas of material handling applications and company policies and procedures. What you'll need
Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of material handling system design experience. Advanced abilities in MS Excel, MS Access, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint. Experience in MS Project, AutoCAD. Understanding of Material Handling industry terms and processes. Domestically 15%, international (same as AE) with short-term notice.
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.
What you'll be handling
Make use of acquired skills in the engineering of material handling systems through the correct selection of TGW equipment, and/or other available manufactured equipment to successfully meet quotation requirements, i.e. rates, capabilities, pneumatics, drawing standards etc. Analyzes customer specifications; concepts material handling systems; prepares technical content of proposals such as equipment lists, 3D and 2D layout drawings, specification clarification, and pricing. Participate actively with solutions designers and sales associates to develop effective sales strategies; frequently responsible for implementation of these strategies. Provide proper engineering support and develop proposals/presentations, while meeting or exceeding our customers' expectations. Function with minimum supervision and wide variety of demonstrated skills in the engineering of material handling systems, as well as deciding on proper equipment applications. Work to develop skills and cost reduction methods in the areas of proposal preparation and new equipment application. Coach other Applications Engineers in the areas of material handling applications and company policies and procedures. What you'll need
Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of material handling system design experience. Advanced abilities in MS Excel, MS Access, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint. Experience in MS Project, AutoCAD. Understanding of Material Handling industry terms and processes. Domestically 15%, international (same as AE) with short-term notice.
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.