TGW Logistics · 3 months ago
Applications Engineer II
Grand Rapids, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTGW Logistics is a company specializing in material handling solutions, and they are seeking an Applications Engineer II to support the sales team during the quotation phase of projects. This role involves designing mechanical systems, presenting concepts to customers, and providing technical expertise on TGW products and third-party equipment.
LogisticsSupply Chain ManagementWarehouse Automation
Responsibilities
Focuses on medium complexity designs of the mechatronic material handling layouts using the TGW product portfolio and relevant 3rd party equipment
Maintains a thorough understanding of TGW’s product portfolio and a high-level grasp of 3rd party items to better design material handling equipment (MHE) systems
Develops and presents concepts to customers as part of the sales team and participates in internal discussions to create optimized solutions that best fit the customer’s requirements
Improves and utilizes design skills to support senior members of the team with larger and more complex projects
Creates mechanical costing quotations for TGW products and 3rd party items and produces complete project estimators for simple systems
Uses engineering knowledge to conduct system performance calculations to ensure that the selected equipment meets the specified target rates
Supports the Applications Engineering team by providing training and guidance to junior members of the team
Performs additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience
Two (2) to four (4) years of applications engineering, or related experience, preferably in a material handling environment
Up to 10% travel required
Strong proficiency in 3D computer-aided design (CAD) software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Ability to remain stationary at a desk for prolonged periods of time
Ability to go to site frequently and move safely around industrial and/or warehouse environment
Ability to lift and carry supplies up to 25 pounds at a time
Ability to operate computers, tablets, phones, and other electronic devices
Ability to communicate with others verbally and in writing, on a frequent basis
Ability to tolerate exposure to job site temperature fluctuations due to seasonal weather in geographic region
This position may require work at TGW customer sites
TGW's customers may require background checks before accessing their sites
Preferred
AutoCAD (2D CAD) and Sketchup experience preferred
Company
TGW Logistics
TGW Logistics is a foundation-owned company headquartered in Austria and a global leader in warehouse automation and warehouse logistics.
1001-5000 employees
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