Signode · 23 hours ago
Proposal Engineer
Lynchburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expSignode is a company focused on providing automation solutions, and they are seeking a Proposal Engineer to manage Automatic Equipment and Automation opportunities. The role involves supporting sales, engineering, and production teams, developing technical solutions, and preparing customer proposals.
ManufacturingPackaging ServicesPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingWarehousing
Hiring Manager
Alexandra Bates
Responsibilities
Provide support with proposals, pricing and equipment layouts (provide layout drawings, models, electrical schematics, manuals to the customer as needed)
Provide correct survey(s) on equipment, detailing what is needed for both the customer and production
Identify any non-standard items on the survey(s) and get with the appropriate group (Engineering, Development, Product Manager, Supply Chain) to discuss and get clarification to address concerns
Provide automation expertise and coordinate with segment experts to offer the best equipment solution for the application
Coordinate with departments to overcome hurdles during the Engineering and Manufacturing stages
Provide customers with current information including but not limited to: offloading specs for equipment, IP addresses, OEM connectivity changes, drawings, etc
Coordinate kickoffs, customer meetings, and pre-installation meetings/documents
Document any installation/performance issues to improve future projects
Assist with project team responsibilities as needed
Travel required including visiting customer sites and attend trade shows as required
Quote installation efforts at customers manufacturing facilities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
5 years of experience in equipment manufacturing engineering and automation. Experience in engineering proposals and project management, required
Ability to develop integrated 2-D layouts, 3-D modeling, and simulations/animations
Full understanding of electronics/pneumatics/hydraulics
Full understanding of line automation, palletizing and end of line equipment knowledge a plus
Strong computer skills with high proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel and Word
Experience with CRM and CAD systems (including the ability to create engineering layouts), (D365 CRM, AutoDesk Inventor, SolidWorks experience a plus)
Conceptual Ability
Communication (Written and Verbal)
Organization / Planning
Team Player
Problem Solving
Detail Oriented
Interpersonal Savvy
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
401k
Paid time off
Life insurance
Wellness perks
And more
Company
Signode
Signode is a packaging and containers company manufacturing packaging systems.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Patrick Staggs
VP of Operations
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Thomas DiNardo
VP Global Automation
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