Applications Engineer

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Westbrook, ME

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SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Automation, Bridge Building, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Component Assembly, Cost Estimates, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Database Administration, Documentation, Genetics, ISO 9000, Inside Sales, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Project Design, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Analysis, Sales, Sales Presentation, Sales Support, Software Engineering, SolidWorks, Spreadsheets, Standards Development, Statement of Work (SOW), Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Time Management, Time Tracking, Willing to Travel, Word Processing

LOCATION

Westbrook, ME

POSTED

30+ days ago

Job Title: Applications Engineer Job Duties and Responsibilities: Provide technical support to the sales team, ensuring accurate and timely assistance. Interpret and establish a thorough understanding of contract documents, including customer technical specifications, user requirements, and component/assembly prints. Develop technical solutions aligned with the specified Scope of Work (SOW). Identify, communicate, and document potential risks associated with projects. Ensure technical correctness and feasibility of concepts. Supply engineering teams with all relevant information to initiate projects effectively. Provide regular updates on ongoing concepts to sales and management teams. Maintain and update tasks in the CRM system. Track and document time spent on individual projects. Assist sales staff during customer visits, presentations, and online meetings. Define project assumptions and exceptions in appropriate company documents. Schedule technical and financial reviews for projects. Implement and apply company standards in concept development and cost estimation processes. Analyze manual, automated, and robotic operations using industry-recognized methods. Identify high-cost or long-lead-time components and collaborate with vendors to obtain quotes. Ensure timely completion of Project Binders. Provide support to the Operations group as projects progress through the design and build phases. Collaborate with other company divisions Applications and Sales departments as needed. Update and maintain the costing database as required. Ensure compliance with ISO 9000 procedures. Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor. Qualifications: Associate degree (minimum); Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline preferred. Practical experience and knowledge in machine design. Familiarity with assembly automation and related processes. Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD systems (e.g., SolidWorks), word processing, and spreadsheet programs. Ability to travel as required. 5% Physical capability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more. Willingness to engage in occasional reaching, stretching, pulling overhead, kneeling, bending, or crouching. Applications Engineer Custom AutomationCompensation: Up to $115,000 (based on experience)An established custom automation company is looking for an Applications Engineer to support technically complex automation projects from early concept through handoff to engineering and operations. This role sits at the intersection of sales, engineering, and operations, translating customer requirements into practical, cost-effective automation solutions.If you enjoy solving problems, defining solutions before a machine is ever built, and working closely with both customers and internal teams, this role will be a strong fit.What Youll Be DoingProvide 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 What Theyre Looking ForAssociate degree required; Bachelors 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 Why This RoleWork on custom, non-cookie-cutter automation projects High visibility role with strong interaction across sales, engineering, and operations Opportunity to influence solutions earlybefore designs are locked in Competitive compensation up to $115K Stable, engineering-driven automation environment Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

About the Company

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:

Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.

Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.

Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.

COMPANY SIZE

500 to 999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

1969

WEBSITE

http://www.sterling-engineering.com

Applications Engineer

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Westbrook, ME

About the Company

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

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