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# Junior Applications Engineer - Automation and Concept Development

- **Company:** ATC
- **Location:** Algood, TN, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, SolidWorks (CAD), Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fed45900eb76f276

## About the Role

We're looking for someone who is curious, mechanically minded, analytical, and interested in how things work. We're looking for someone who has a solid technical foundation and the desire to develop into a strong Applications Engineer., * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

 * Approximately 1-3 years of engineering, manufacturing, automation, machine design, or related experience.
 * Experience with or working knowledge of SolidWorks.
 * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
 * Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical specifications.
 * Basic understanding of mechanical engineering and machine design principles.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Ability to organize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills.
 * Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
 * Valid driver's license and ability to travel periodically., * Enjoy figuring out how to make a process better.
 * Like taking a problem and developing a solution.
 * Have a strong mechanical aptitude.
 * Enjoy working with CAD and seeing your ideas become physical equipment.
 * Are comfortable working with numbers and developing estimates.
 * Ask questions and want to understand how things work.
 * Enjoy working with engineers, customers, sales professionals, and manufacturing teams.
 * Are comfortable learning new technologies.
 * Want a career where no two projects are exactly the same.

If you're looking for more than a traditional engineering job and want the opportunity to design concepts, solve manufacturing problems, develop estimates, work with customers, and see your ideas become real equipment, we want to hear from you.

## Description

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer who wants to build a career in custom industrial automation. You will work alongside experienced Applications Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Controls Engineers, Sales professionals, and customers to develop concepts for custom automation systems., * Review customer drawings, specifications, production requirements, and manufacturing processes.

 * Assist in developing conceptual machine designs and automation solutions.
 * Create preliminary machine and tooling layouts using SolidWorks.
 * Help determine machine processes, sequencing, operator interaction, and cycle-time requirements.
 * Evaluate different approaches and technologies to identify practical and cost-effective solutions.
 * Research automation components, technologies, and manufacturing processes.

Develop Estimates & Proposals

 * Assist with developing cost estimates for custom automation equipment.
 * Research and estimate costs for purchased components, machining, fabrication, assembly, controls, and other equipment requirements.
 * Develop estimated operator task times and manufacturing cycle times.
 * Prepare technical proposals and quotation documentation.
 * Create 3D concepts, renderings, layouts, and visuals that help customers understand the proposed solution.
 * Assist with customer presentations and technical proposal reviews.

Work With Customers & Internal Teams

 * Collaborate with Sales, Applications, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Project Management, and Manufacturing.
 * Participate in customer discussions to understand their manufacturing challenges and requirements.
 * Help translate customer needs into practical automation concepts.
 * Communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
 * Support senior Applications Engineers throughout the quotation and proposal process.
 * Manage assigned tasks and deadlines to support customer and sales objectives.

What You'll Learn

 * Customer requirements.
 * Manufacturing processes.
 * Automation feasibility.
 * Machine concept development.
 * Mechanical design.
 * Cycle-time analysis.
 * Cost estimating.
 * Proposal development.
 * Robotics and automation technologies.
 * Pneumatics and electrical controls.
 * Machining and fabrication.
 * Customer presentations.
 * Custom machine building.

You will have the opportunity to learn directly from experienced engineers and professionals who have spent years designing and building custom automation systems., * Custom automation.

 * Machine building.
 * Special-purpose machinery.
 * Manufacturing engineering.
 * Mechanical design.
 * Applications engineering.
 * Cost estimating.
 * Quotation or proposal development.
 * Automated assembly.
 * Robotics.
 * Industrial equipment.
 * Manufacturing processes.
 * Machining or fabrication.
 * Pneumatic systems.
 * Electrical controls.
 * Automotive manufacturing.
 * Medical device or life science manufacturing.