Applications Engineer Level 2

Axis Automation•Walker, MI

1d•$85,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Axis leverages the teamwork of our leading engineers and machine builders to conceptualize, design, integrate, deploy and service factory automation systems for forward-thinking manufacturing customers. Our team has decades of automation experience, spanning hundreds of projects and thousands of automation configurations. The Applications Engineer Level 2 will work within the Applications Engineering department to configure manufacturing system proposals and support the Axis team through the deployment of awarded solutions. This engineer must have some experience in industrial automation/manufacturing or related field. Requires knowledge of project budgeting, custom automated equipment, along with manufacturing processes and equipment. Relevant engineering disciplines include controls, mechanical, industrial and welding.

Requirements

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering-related field – Or comparable field experience in similar role with exposure to industrial automation systems
2-3 years of experience with project management, budgeting and quoting custom automated equipment or similar responsibilities within relevant industry
Capable of working independently in a self-directed manner while contributing as part of a team to achieve common goals
Comfortable with speaking technically in front of groups (co-workers & customers)
Competent with Microsoft Office Applications (Excel/Word)
Familiarity with automated processes and equipment (Assembly, Welding, Adhesive, Machining, etc.)
Familiarity with CAD/3D modeling, or viewing software

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed automated assembly equipment proposals
Interact with suppliers and cross functional team members to solicit input establishing project proposals
Prepare process steps, concept generation, budget, and cycle time analysis
Identify labor hour requirements, material requirements, risk, cost and timing for each project
Obtain external quotes from vendor base, find new support sources and advance process technology
Understand customer expectations and convey to fellow team members
Lead quote and project related meetings as needed
Support project kickoff, build and engineering teams with concept and customer specifics
Assist in expanding workable libraries for actual cost feedback loop to improve estimating
Independently support customer visits and meetings (occasionally off-site at customers facility)
Professional management of customer relationships and requests
Active in building customer relationships
Real-time communication with company management on developments
Champion our Operating Principles: You will be expected to actively embody and uphold our ten Operating Principles, which guide our every action and decision at Axis Automation. These principles are key to our culture and success.