Applications Engineer

Job Description

As an Applications Engineer, you are responsible for delivering comprehensive proposals to customers—from initial solution design through to final costing and documentation. This includes developing mechanical and electrical concepts, preparing detailed cost analyses, and producing clear, persuasive proposal documents.

The role demands a highly motivated, customer-focused individual with strong problem-solving skills, cross-functional coordination abilities, and solid business acumen. You will collaborate closely with sales, engineering, and project management teams to ensure tailored, competitive solutions that meet customer requirements and drive business growth.

Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for writing detailed technical proposals for all types of automation applications.  
• Assist engineers and other technical staff in design and development of products, systems, processes, and equipment by analyzing technical problems and working closely to customer specifications proposing winning solutions. 
• Integrate third party vendors and suppliers into the project as needed. Keep up to date with the latest technology and innovations in the industry.  
• Utilize computer aided design, simulation, spreadsheets, and project management software to create detailed technical proposals.  
• Clearly defines scope and deliverables and concisely communicates with the project team and customer.  
• Obtain and prepare detailed estimates of time, quantities, labor and material costs required for work areas such as; product design, testing, machine building, equipment installations and manufacturing processes. 
• Lead bid review meeting with General Manager.
• Travel to the customer’s site to assist in project or product development, working with engineering design specifications, objectives and standards. 
• Work with sales to create and deliver presentations to potential clients when required. 
• Support the business unit quality system by maintaining QA procedures and participating in departmental audits as required. 
• Advocate and foster a team environment within both the department and throughout the business unit. 
• Act as the customer technical liaison during the pre-order process, in cooperation with the Sales Manager. 
• Responsible for complete and accurate solution development and presentation to clients in response to RFQ or in fulfillment of account strategy. 
• Analyze material and write in clear, concise language for initial draft.  Select, organize, edit and revise proposal. 
• Ensure that the proposal is sent to the customer by the most efficient route to ensure it arrives on or before the deadline date. 
• Emphasize continuous improvement as a long term goal and implement procedures and programs to achieve continuous improvement. 
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct. 
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures. 

Additional Information

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
• A post-secondary diploma or degree in mechanical design, engineering or equivalent experience.

Experience:
• Three years’ experience in mechanical or electrical engineering/assembly support, preferably in 
an automation environment.
• Must have a working knowledge of robotics, machine controls and manufacturing processes and 
be able to keep abreast of leading-edge technology.
• In addition, must be familiar with the use of computerized work processing and computerized 
spreadsheets and AutoCAD or similar drawing package.
• An ability to present ideas, concepts and pricing information in a clear, concise manner suitable 
for technical audiences is essential.