Sterling Engineering · 14 hours ago
Applications Engineer
Westbrook, ME
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$115K/yr - $115K/yrSterling Engineering is an established custom automation company looking for an Applications Engineer to support technically complex automation projects. This role involves translating customer requirements into practical automation solutions and providing technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Provide technical support to the sales team during quoting, concept development, and customer discussions
Review and interpret customer specifications, SOWs, contract documents, and assembly/component prints
Develop technical concepts and automation solutions aligned with customer requirements
Identify technical risks, assumptions, and exceptions and clearly document them
Ensure concepts are technically sound, feasible, and aligned with company standards
Prepare and maintain accurate cost estimates, including identifying high-cost or long-lead components
Work with vendors to obtain component pricing and technical input
Support customer visits, presentations, and virtual meetings as needed
Maintain project activity, time tracking, and updates within the CRM system
Coordinate technical and financial project reviews
Support Operations as projects move into design and build phases
Maintain costing databases and ensure documentation (Project Binders) is completed on time
Ensure compliance with ISO 9000 procedures
Collaborate with other internal Applications and Sales teams as needed
Qualification
Required
Associate degree required; Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline preferred
Hands-on experience with machine design and automation concepts
Familiarity with assembly automation, including manual, automated, and robotic operations
Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)
Comfortable working with spreadsheets, documentation, and costing tools
Strong communication skills with the ability to bridge sales and engineering
Willingness to travel occasionally (~5%)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform occasional physical activities related to the role
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline preferred
SolidWorks preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation up to $115K
High visibility role with strong interaction across sales, engineering, and operations
Opportunity to influence solutions early—before designs are locked in
Stable, engineering-driven automation environment
Company
Sterling Engineering
Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
Founded in 1969
501-1000 employees
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