Prab, Inc Hiring for Application Engineer Job at Kalamazoo, MI Full Time

Applications Engineers are responsible for the preparation of Sales drawings, equipment costing, quotations, order entry and other documentation in support of sales efforts. Duties include coordinating with Sales and Engineering from Customer inquiry until the final purchase order is prepared for engineering. This is a highly visible position within the Company, to suppliers, and to our customers. Solid communication skills are required due to the combined Sales and Engineering nature of this position. Reports to the Kalamazoo Fabricating Director of Sales and may be called upon to supervise the work of others, depending on project size & workload.

Qualifications

• Dedication to excellence and a quality output
• Associates of Applied Science in Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, 3-D experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Windows, MS Word, Excel, CRM software.
• Basic knowledge of machine design & electrical controls (PLC).
• Communication and Organization skills.
• Cost estimating experience.
• Experience in industrial capital equipment manufacturing.

Responsibilities

The following are required of this position on a daily basis:

• Promote excellence throughout the department
• Review RFQs, clarify customer requirements, and help determine the proper equipment needed for the job.
• Minor production of sales drawings, formal and budgetary proposals.

• Work with Service to produce installation RFQs
• Estimate costs, get bids for buyout items and installation.
• Act as customer contact.
• Testing and evaluation of Customer materials, includes writing test reports.
• “Ownership” and responsibility for assigned projects.
• Work independently, accurately, and efficiently.

• Work closely and communicate with other departments/Divisions.
• Applications Engineers represent the company at a high level and must conduct themselves in a professional manner.
• Occasional travel to customer facilities providing Sales support.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• Due to work safety, we have a zero-tolerance policy for marijuana use and require a pre-employment screening in our hiring process. Are you willing to undergo this screening?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• CAD: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No