Application (Sales) Engineer II

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Application (Sales) Engineer II

This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career as an Application (Sales) Engineer II at a forward-thinking manufacturing company based in the Chicago, IL area (Naperville).

In this role, you will be a dynamic part of our engineering team, focusing on ensuring that both product specification and customer satisfaction are optimally aligned.

You'll champion the onboarding of new engineers, craft precise cost models, establish competitive pricing, and collaborate closely with internal teams to develop innovative solutions that meet diverse client needs.

This position offers a mix of technical challenge and client interaction, perfect for a professional who thrives in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Your work will directly impact the lead times, cost efficiency, and overall success of the projects, making this role essential to our operations.

Compensation : DOE

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Champion compliance with application engineering procedures during AE onboarding.
• Provide insightful feedback to the Lead Application Engineer regarding the performance of Application Engineer I in training, assessing their progress against job requirements and goals.
• Exhibit outstanding communication and mentoring skills, making training and onboarding a dynamic part of your daily routine.
• Thoroughly and accurately determine the technical and commercial requirements of applications.
• Select the perfect products to meet these needs.
• Develop precise cost models for both standard and custom equipment.
• Set competitive pricing levels and realistic lead times.
• Communicate requirements effectively to companies internal engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Collaborate enthusiastically with the Sales Team to develop and present compelling customer sales strategies.
• Partner with customers and the Engineering team to create innovative custom solutions that satisfy application requirements.
• Manage the commercial and technical aspects of customer relationships with a keen eye for detail.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with internal resources and the Sales Team.
• Deliver timely and effective communication, both verbally and in writing, to internal resources and the Sales Team.

Minimum Position Qualifications :

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable technical degree.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in an Application Engineering role, preferably directly at an OEM.
• Demonstrated capability in the technical and commercial assessment of engineering applications.
• Proven track record of successful product selection and cost modeling.
• Strong project management skills and an aptitude for fostering positive client and internal team relations.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master's Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in mentoring junior engineers or leading a team.
• Advanced problem-solving capabilities with a focus on cost-efficient and innovative solutions.
• Strong negotiation skills, particularly in setting pricing and timelines that align with company goals and market conditions.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Skills :

• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent mentorship and leadership abilities.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with industrial engineering software and tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.

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