Applications Engineer II

TGW Logistics Group • Grand Rapids, MI

87d

About The Position

The Applications Engineer II is a mid-level engineer that is responsible for the technical application of TGW products and third-party equipment to complete mechanical system designs during the quotation phase of projects. This role supports the local sales team from the first customer contact to last bidding presentation, providing expertise in the mechatronic capabilities of the TGW product portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of applications engineering, or related experience, preferably in a material handling environment.
• Strong proficiency in 3D computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• AutoCAD (2D CAD) and Sketchup experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Focuses on medium complexity designs of the mechatronic material handling layouts using the TGW product portfolio and relevant 3rd party equipment.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of TGW’s product portfolio and a high-level grasp of 3rd party items to better design material handling equipment (MHE) systems.
• Develops and presents concepts to customers as part of the sales team and participates in internal discussions to create optimized solutions that best fit the customer’s requirements.
• Improves and utilizes design skills to support senior members of the team with larger and more complex projects.
• Creates mechanical costing quotations for TGW products and 3rd party items and produces complete project estimators for simple systems.
• Uses engineering knowledge to conduct system performance calculations to ensure that the selected equipment meets the specified target rates.
• Supports the Applications Engineering team by providing training and guidance to junior members of the team.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree