Application Engineer- Southeast

$73,522 - $110,283/Yr

Emerson Electric - Montpelier, VT

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Montpelier, VT

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Application Engineer at Emerson is responsible for overseeing and managing projects related to feeding systems. This role involves coordinating projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality feeding solutions that meet customer expectations, while also providing technical support and sales assistance.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive and compelling proposals through analysis and collaboration with sales representatives and engineers.
• Formulate innovative technical solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Calculate feeding solutions with all add-ons and prepare polished offers.
• Articulate and discuss proposals with the sales team, making necessary adjustments.
• Assume end-to-end project responsibility, ensuring adherence to deadlines, costs, and quality standards.
• Manage claims and address issues that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate internal escalation processes in response to project challenges.
• Coordinate project-related meetings with relevant departments.
• Take charge of coordination and acceptance procedures both internally and at the customer's site.
• Conduct joint customer visits and consultations during inquiry and concept phases.
• Articulate solution concepts to customers and provide technical support in online meetings.
• Act as the primary point of contact for operational application inquiries.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics-Precision Engineering, or two to three years of relevant experience.
• Experience in project management with a solid grasp of project controlling.
• Demonstrated competence in cross-functional collaboration with design, assembly, manufacturing, and Quality Management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, proficient in delivering presentations and effective negotiation skills.
• Experience in dealing with customers and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Decision-maker and problem-solver, adaptable to evolving project requirements.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours to meet project demands.
• Proficient in standard office applications.

Nice-to-haves

• Key Account Leadership skills within the automation customer base.
• Experience in the automation machine building sector.
• Experience with CAD - CAM software.
• Experience in feeding technology.
• Skills to build and present presentations regarding the subject matter.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment; strong initiative and good judgment.
• Proficient in English, with additional proficiency in other languages preferred.

Benefits

• Medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups and recognition programs.
• Flexible time off plans including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.