Application Engineer I

Huber Technology Inc • Denver, NC

65d

About The Position

It is the responsibility of the Application Engineer (AE), Level 1 to accurately target and define product and project design requirements through the review of plans and specifications. The AE, Level 1 will develop designs to meet customer and internal production needs based on application specific requirements. The AE, Level 1 will lead the preparation of budgetary, intermediate, and firm costing estimates for assigned projects, including scope development, equipment sizing, costing validation, and proposal assembly, in accordance with HUBER’s AE SOP framework. The AE, Level 1 will also provide technical support to the Regional Sales Director (RSD), Group Product Manager (GPM), and HUBER Representatives, including equipment sizing, hydraulic calculations, proposal scope composition, vendor quote review, drawing coordination efforts, and other related tasks. The AE, Level 1 should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, as conveying information via conference calls is a common requirement. The AE, Level 1 will work under the daily supervision of the Engineering Manager and/or designated Team Leader. He/she will follow established procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. He/she will refer more complex issues to senior Application Engineers and/or the Engineering Manager. The AE, Level 1 may be required to manage pilot and demonstration equipment at potential project locations throughout USA and Canada. This includes operating mechanical equipment, collecting samples and demonstrating product function to potential customers. The AE may also be required to work alongside the Pilot Coordinator and internal staff to troubleshoot issues that may arise in the field. The AE, Level 1 will be located in the headquarters office in Denver, NC. This position requires infrequent travel within the USA. Trips to Germany may occur, although will be uncommon. The AE, Level 1 should have the ability to read, understand and interpret technical specifications and documentation. He/she should be results-oriented and be able to execute his/her daily tasks in a reasonable timeframe with accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline.
• Related work experience in application engineering, inside sales, or other relevant technical support is desired, but not required.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes an asset.
• Exposure to sales, sales management and/or project management in wastewater treatment industry or related field a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Innate ability to be self-motivated and self-directed.
• Strong computer skills, knowledge and proficiency with all MS-Office suite applications.
• Familiarity with specification and plan review a plus.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team oriented environment.
• Ability and desire to learn how to operate mechanical equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Internships a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review project correspondence to extract municipal and/or industrial customer requirements, facility process, material requirements, time requirements, tolerances, quality issues, and cost considerations.
• Investigate previously completed similar projects.
• Review plans, specifications and other customer documentation to develop and prepare cost estimates and a detailed HUBER scope of supply.
• Provide to senior AE’s, Team Leaders, or Engineering Manager for review and approval before sending it to RSD.
• Maintain notes and other documentation of design issues.
• Maintain design and sales files for each project/customer with complete information and design details for future reference.
• Coordinate design activities with other HUBER team members including but not limited to project management, CAD design, manufacturing and required departments at HUBER SE.
• Provide recommendations relative to project approach, good design practices, bill of materials, labor requirements, scheduling, delivery estimates and other cost estimate considerations.
• Work with HUBER team members to develop a successful concept that meets the Customer’s need.
• Submit pricing and proposal documents to senior AE, Team Leader, and/or Engineering Manager for review and approval before sending it to RSD.
• Participate in company quality control by engaging in project handover meetings, manufacturing facility floor walks, and technical progress meetings with other departments.
• Assist in completing data entries into HUBER Customer Relationship Management (CRM) for each bid and proposal as trained.
• Project orders are processed by the HUBER Contracts Administrator per the standard SOP including entry into IFS.
• AE, Level 1 to assist Contract Administrator and provide final technical and pricing review before orders are entered.
• Answer customer questions regarding HUBER proposals/quotations and support the RSD and independent representatives as required throughout the sales cycle.
• Provide recommendations and observations relative to design issues for existing products to the supervising AE, or Engineering Manager.
• Maintain up-to-date familiarity with industry and product developments.
• Be comfortable being trained to operate mechanical equipment and confidently demonstrate the product function to potential customers and engineers.
• Make constructive suggestions to improve customer service quality from all employees.
• Consider the costs associated with bonding in estimates and provide a technical review of any performance bond requirements with the Contracts Administrator if needed.

Benefits

• Full-Time position with standard days and hours of work Monday – Friday, 8 to 5 with flex schedules available after initial training period as approved by the Engineering Manager.
• Infrequent travel for domestic US or Canadian tradeshows, visits to customer sites, or International trips for training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees