Applications Engineer 1 - Palletizer Division

Columbia Machine World Headquarters•Vancouver, WA

3d•$59,740 - $82,400•Onsite

About The Position

At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world. With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide. Summary: Serves customers by identifying their needs, preparing quotes, layouts, and margin sheets and, providing competitive solutions that meet their needs.

Requirements

Knowledge Software Microsoft Office Suite: (ie., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
AutoCAD (Inventor preferred) 2D and 3D
SalesForce.com
Vault (preferred)
Skills Organizational
Interpersonal
Analytical
Computer/Technical
Written and Oral Communication
Project/Process Management
Clerical/Secretarial
Abilities Excellent ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to communicate with broad levels of the organization
Ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere.
Strong customer service
High School diploma or GED required
Vocational or technical training required
Associates degree, or vocational or technical school degree required
<12 months recent grad to 3 years

Nice To Haves

Direct Sales Experience preferred
Cost Research
Estimating
Technical Writing (preferred).
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred

Responsibilities

Supports the sales process by preparing sales documents (layouts, quotes, cost workups) by following entire sales process from initial quote through the closing of the order for individual pieces of standard equipment and plant layouts made with standard equipment.
Maintain standard equipment costing by confirming price with vendors, comparing costing on recaps of previous jobs, standardizing costing of equipment.
Maintains Standard plant layouts and standard equipment blocks with the latest engineering releases in order to provide accurate dimensions on quotes.
Contributes to continuous improvement effort by documenting processes and procedures, eliminating non-value added activities and participating in cross-functional CI teams.
Create Equipment installation packages for individual equipment and standard plants.
Contributes to team effort by being willing to take on new assignments of fill in for others as needed.