Applications Engineer

A Tool Manufacturing Firm is looking for an Applications Engineer in Albany, NY

The Applications Engineer will reviews customers’ technical needs and assists engineers in developing specific product/service solutions to meet these needs. The Applications Engineer also estimates project costs and consults with Sales on routine technical matters, ensuring that proposed solutions can be integrated with current systems and equipment.

Responsibilities:

Conduct applications engineering necessary to satisfy customer needs

Read and interpret specifications and plan drawings, confirm suitability of intended application, and correctly apply applicable industry standards

Convert design concepts into manufacturing drawings using AutoCAD or Inventor 3D solid modeling software

Assist in resolving problems that arise during and after implementation

Implement the use of new technologies, cost saving techniques/materials, and improved safety features on equipment designs

Visualize layouts and designs

Assist in development and continual improvement of processes and procedures

Create an attainable project schedule that works within the customer’s timeframe and satisfaction

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Project Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering, or Project Engineering Technology, or related discipline and 3-5 years increasingly responsible engineering experience in related field

Must be a person of integrity and be driven to continuous improvement

Must be able to work both individually with minimal supervision and as part of a team on various projects

Must have the ability to work against and meet strict deadlines

Must have experience in manufacturing processes, machine tools, tolerancing, and materials

Knowledgeable in hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, lubrication, and fabrications

Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously; must be able to switch from one project to another with little or no re-orientation necessary