Application Engineer

Hy-Tek IntralogisticsJob Description

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Job Title: Application EngineerDepartment: EngineeringSupervisor: Manager – Engineering

Job Purpose:The Application Engineer II will work on projects where creative solutions and new innovative technologies are keys to success. The Application Engineer II will be responsible for the engineering on projects from conceptual design and budgeting through firm pricing and implementation support. The position will interface with internal teams and the client as well as Hy-Tek vendors to ensure successful delivery of integrated systems ensuring client satisfaction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Design and apply material handling products, such as conveyor, sortation, and racking, as well as innovative technologies including mobile robotics, goods to person, robotic sortation, and industrial roboticsLead cross functional team to develop integrated material handling solution options that feature innovative technologies for clientParticipate in multiple projects concurrentlyEvaluate innovative technologies based on specific data driven design criteriaWith collaborative team, including internal team and outside vendors, lead client through the design process, by creating block plans, flow diagrams and project plans to illustrate flowDevelop and document, in CAD, the complete material handling system with specific and appropriate equipment based on key design criteriaAppropriately budget the concepts and assist in firm pricing the final designsAssist sales team in design review meetings with the clientKey contributor in site visits during the proposal phase with the client and account manager as well as during firm design to capture onsite design requirementsAssists with development of proposal using defined templates and standards that best reflects our offering to the client to meet their needsAll other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:3+ years of experience in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering preferred with a focus in Material Handling IndustryFormal training in mechanical engineering or equivalent related experience requiredProficient in the current version of AutoDesk Products (AutoCad, Inventor, Etc.) and able to learn to work with supplier drawing packagesCreative, self-motivated, engineer who enjoys working in team settingsHave a customer-focused approach to solve challengesDesire to grow and develop beyond the stated jobWell-developed verbal / interpersonal skills with strong organizational, problem solving, judgement making, and time management skillsAbility to handle several tasks simultaneously and comfortable in a fast-paced environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)Industry knowledge related to material handling systems and software preferredAbility to work with minimal supervision

Working Conditions:Ability to travel up to 20% or as needed; willing to work extended hours to support proposal and contract activitiesWorking in office, warehouse, and manufacturing facilitiesWorking in a stationary position for an extended periodMoving or traversing for an extended periodOccasional ascending and descending scaffolding and/or mezzaninesOperating computers for an extended periodPossible exposure to noise levels exceeding recommended DBA levelsOccasional movement and positioning of objects weighing up to 50 pounds
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