Applications Engineer

The Applications Engineer develops custom workholding and mechanical solutions by combining engineering, CAD design, and cost estimating expertise. This customer-facing role works with sales teams and customers to evaluate requirements, create solution concepts, prepare quotations, estimate costs and delivery timelines, and deliver technically sound, profitable solutions while managing project risks., * Partner with sales teams and customers to identify application needs and recommend solutions.

• Design custom workholding and mechanical solutions using engineering principles and CAD software (SolidWorks).
• Create concept drawings, engineering calculations, and technical documentation.
• Prepare quotations, proposals, cost estimates, delivery schedules, and ERP bids.
• Present technical solutions and provide product expertise to customers.
• Evaluate risks associated with custom tooling and ensure solutions are safe and commercially viable.
• Maintain and update CAD files, engineering records, and technical data.
• Support customers by reviewing applications and recommending improvements.
• Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and product developments.
• Communicate with internal teams to resolve technical and commercial issues.
• Participate in quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives, including CAPA activities.
• Use measuring tools and gauges to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Manage priorities effectively to meet project deadlines and business objectives.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and administrative requirements., Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. Related Jobs Application Engineer Actalent Hoffman Estates, ILOn-Site Sales Tooling Visionary Innovation Cost Estimation SolidWorks (CAD) Product Knowledge Project Management Computer-Aided Design Reviewing Applications Artificial Intelligence Engineering Calculations Engineering Design Process Continuous Improvement Process Corrective And Preventive Action (CAPA) +0 Application Engineer Actalent Elk Grove Village, ILOn-Site Sales Tooling Visionary Innovation Cost Estimation SolidWorks (CAD) Product Knowledge Project Management Computer-Aided Design Reviewing Applications Artificial Intelligence Engineering Calculations Engineering Design Process Continuous Improvement Process Corrective And Preventive Action (CAPA) +0

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL. Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.05/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.