Applications Engineer 1

SCHAEFER SYSTEM INTERNATIONAL INC•Charlotte, NC

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Applications engineering is a sales support function, and the Applications Engineer must become knowledgeable in a broad range of distribution processes, the mathematical theories that drive those processes and the technologies that can be applied to those processes. SSI SCHAEFER is a leading global solution provider for all sectors of intralogistics. We are a family business that invests in the expertise, passion, and talents of its employees. As one of the largest providers, we help our customers increase the efficiency and sustainability of their storage, picking, and transport processes using innovative technologies and software. From fully automated warehouses with customized service and maintenance packages to manual and semi-automatic systems, we offer cost-effective intralogistics solutions from a single source. Moreover, we are now a leading provider of software for internal material flow. SSI SCHAEFER has 8,600 people that work in 80 operating companies and 7 production sites worldwide and impress customers from all sectors with customized intralogistics solutions.

Requirements

Must have strong analytical (problem solving) capability
Minimum of 2+ years of experience in the automation/Intralogistics Industry
Must have excellent interpersonal relations skills and must act in a highly professional manner
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be able and willing to travel to support customer visits (generally 1 to 2 trips per month for 1 or 2 nights per trip). Must be able to obtain a passport for international travel if required. International travel will likely include 1-to-2-week training periods in Europe.
Must be responsible and efficient in their use of time and support resources
Must have strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Word and Excel
No Sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline preferred
Must have proficiency in PowerPoint
Should have experience in AutoCad or CAD related software

Responsibilities

Help develop material flow diagrams and process flow charts
Develop system drawings (CAD)
Gather costing for the equipment and services proposed
Develop proposal documents describing system requirements, scope of supply, etc.
Represent and reinforce SSI SCHAEFER’s core values—Modesty, Trust, Professionalism, Respect, Collegiality, Result Orientation, and Reliability. These values shape how we work, how we collaborate, and how we serve our customers and partners.