CONVERGIX Automation Solutions · 11 hours ago
Applications Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCONVERGIX Automation Solutions is a global automation systems integrator focused on designing and integrating custom solutions for diverse end markets. The Automation Applications Engineer will oversee customer requirements, develop solutions, manage project timelines, and ensure alignment with sales and management teams to deliver tailored automation systems.
ManufacturingRobotics
Responsibilities
Engage with the customer through the requirements definition, generating concepts, cost development, and presentation of the proposal
Develop a defined Proposal that clarifies all customer requirements
Interact with the sales and management teams to lead technical alignment
Present concepts to customers emphasizing competitive advantages
Assist the internal proposal design team and processes
Document technical requirements, project risks, oversee project plans and project change procedures
Participate in technical advisory roles, as required
Interact with Customers at all levels, as required
Ensure effective handoff to operations for ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting
Follow a standardized quoting process
Standardized presentations including capture-plans, executive reviews and customers reviews
Standardized tools used include varying levels of proposal templates, Cost worksheet, CAD tools for concept approach, Compliance Matrices depending on industry and customer and FAT/SAT Criteria
Opportunities for enhancing proposals through the use of technical writers and Dedicated Simulation/CAD resources
Leveraging cross business expertise and experience via a knowledge-sharing platform, Capturing reference machines and SharePoint/MS Teams or other online software package
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience
2+ years of industry experience (preferably in the automation industry)
Experience in Quoting, Sales and Customer Interaction is preferred
Ability to read and understand mechanical design drawings and Customer Part Prints
Understanding of Electrical & Pneumatic controls architecture
Successfully work with project teams and customers to design and estimate complete systems
Recognize and determine cost factors, such as timelines, materials, labor, tooling, etc
Reliable transportation and an ability to travel; although this position is focused on local clients and minimal travel is required, you should have the ability to travel within US and Canada
Preferred
Having Experience in the Life Sciences sector is preferred but not required
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
401K, including company match
Company-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage for you and your spouse/children
Company-paid short and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Paid-time off and company-paid holidays
Profit Sharing
Company
CONVERGIX Automation Solutions
Convergix Automation Solutions designs, engineers and integrates hardware and software to automate its customers' operations.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-05-26Acquired
Leadership Team
Mike DuBose
Executive Chairman and Interim CEO
Kirk Benson
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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