BW Converting · 1 day ago
Application Engineer
BW Converting Solutions is a strategic alliance of resources and services that provide innovative technologies in converting and packaging machinery. The Application Engineer acts as a technical liaison between Engineering and Sales, offering application guidance and ensuring customer requirements are met through the quote-to-order process.
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Perform mechanical engineering–related functions including preparation of details, drawings, models, concepts, and basic analyses in support of customer applications
Provide process and application expertise to Sales during the quotation phase and continue technical support through order acceptance
Collaborate closely with engineering teams to develop material references, engineering labor estimates, and proposal drawings that reflect feasible and optimized solutions
Partner with engineering leadership on special or non-standard machine configurations to identify solutions consistent with product line strategy and long-term development goals
Support Sales by defining technical criteria, analyzing customer specifications, and recommending appropriate products, systems, or configurations that meet or exceed customer requirements
Travel with Sales representatives to customer sites as needed to support technical discussions and application definition
Work with Product Management to identify new product opportunities or shifts in market requirements and contribute input to the product development roadmap and priority matrix
Support the transfer of sold projects from Sales to Production Engineering to ensure alignment on scope, assumptions, and technical requirements
Continuously improve the efficiency, accuracy, and consistency of the standard quoting process
Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date content within the CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote) system
Participate in project kick-off meetings, Risk Burn Down (RBD), and Mission Control Room (MCR) meetings as required
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in CAD software; SolidWorks experience preferred
Strong understanding of mechanical systems and engineered equipment
Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset with the ability to streamline processes
Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with customers, sales teams, and engineering groups
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability and willingness to travel as required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required
Preferred
Experience with CRM and ERP/MRP systems preferred
Experience with equipment quoting, capital equipment, or project-based engineering environments is desirable
Prior exposure to project management concepts is a plus
Company
BW Converting
From paper to plastic, ink to textile products, to packaging, BW Converting changes things for the better.