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# Applications Engineer

- **Company:** IBC Coatings Technologies, Ltd.
- **Location:** Lebanon, IN, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, SolidWorks (CAD)
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-Applications-Engineer-IBC-Coatings-Technologies-447158747797123/

## About the Role

1. Must be a U.S. Citizen/Green Card holder. Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
 2. Must have bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering.
 3. 3-5 years of industrial/manufacturing work experience.
 4. Possess a working knowledge of materials science principles, surface treatment processes, and associated characterization methods (i.e. PVD/DLC coatings, heat treatment, nitriding, thermal diffusion, carburizing, etc.).
 5. Must have demonstrated leadership experience and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 6. Must have excellent organizational skills.
 7. Ability to travel as needed (up to 20% of the time).
 8. SolidWorks or equivalent 3-D modeling software experience is preferred but not required.
 9. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office software.
 10. All employment at IBC is conditional upon results from background and drug testing.

## Description

1. Learn and understand all technical aspects of IBC's surface treatment processes (including DLC coatings, PVD coatings, ion plasma nitriding, etc.) to be able to communicate appropriately with customers, expand relationships and solving new technical challenges.
 2. Respond to customer requests for quotes (RFQs) and other technical inquiries.
 3. Utilize 3-D modeling software to create part drawings and/or fixtures related to customer quotes.
 4. Assist engineering team in managing projects for new applications and product development.
 5. Assist process engineers with technical contract review process upon receipt of incoming parts.
 6. Coordinate with Plant Manager for implementation and scheduling of new customers into the production schedule.
 7. Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
 8. Support and attend trade shows and conferences.
 9. Assist the business development team in growing the current customer base through sales efforts (website requests, referrals, targeted marketing campaigns, etc.).
 10. Provide reports and forecasts for management.
 11. Complete any other projects assigned by your direct supervisor.
 12. Follow all AS9100/ISO 9001, internal quality policies, OSHA safety regulations, and company safety policies.


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