Application Engineer
About Us:Afinitas, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a global leader in equipment, forming systems, and essential accessory products that support transportation, water, and utility precast concrete infrastructure worldwide. We provide industry-leading production equipment; highly engineered formwork; and a broad portfolio of precast concrete, electrical, and construction accessories, along with structural products and systems designed for bridge, highway, and heavy construction applications. Afinitas is part of BW Forsyth Partners, LLC, the investment group of global manufacturing and engineering consulting firm Barry-Wehmiller, a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members, united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.Job Description:OverviewOur Applications Engineer serves as the critical bridge between our customers, our external sales team, and our engineering department, translating complex customer requirements into fully specified, accurately costed plant layouts and equipment configurations. The Applications Engineer will own the full pre-sale technical process: from initial concept development and layout design through to quotation preparation, margin analysis, and post-sale revisions.Essential Functions & ResponsibilitiesUnderstand customer requirements and correctly specify standard and custom equipment to solve client needs, working closely with the Engineering team and Engineering Product Line LeadersOwn the plant layout from initial concept through post-sale revisions; produce detailed drawings in AutoCAD showing appropriate equipment and process flows, updating as designs and building details are finalizedDrive product standardization by working with Product Line Leaders to utilize preferred equipment and machine configurations in new equipment layoutsProvide technical details pre-sale to the outside sales team and customers, such as preliminary foundation drawings, service requirements, crane specifications, and concrete consumptionProvide technical expertise and support to the outside sales team to communicate products, services, and client needs; collaborate to ensure customer requirements are met, including product modifications when necessaryDevelop and maintain deep technical knowledge of the company's product line and the complete concrete production processDocument layout procedures and design guidelines; standardize and organize layouts and common machine CAD blocks for quick accessPrepare quotations including estimated equipment costs and detailed margin analysis; ensure accuracy of quotations before sending to outside sales team and customersProvide technical expertise and support to Quotation Specialists to ensure the correct equipment is quoted based on what is specifiedAnalyze costs from completed projects and adjust standard costing assumptions for equipment based on actual dataAssist with creating technical marketing and sales support materials as neededManage change orders and make necessary updates and modifications to plant layoutsSurface product gaps and unmet customer needs encountered during the pre-sales process, serving as a key source of market intelligence to inform new product developmentTravel as needed to site locations to gather information about building, site, and customer requirementsAll other duties as assignedQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Engineering with 1 - 2 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree in Business or Technology with 3 - 5 years of experience, or an Associate's degree with 5 - 7 years of experiencePrevious experience as a Sales Engineer, Quotation Specialist, Technical Sales, Mechanical Engineer, or equivalent role preferredTechnical aptitude with strong ability to learn and apply technical knowledge related to products and processesProficiency in AutoCADUnderstanding of manufacturing processes, preferably in the concrete or heavy equipment industryExperience with cost estimation or technical quoting preferredAbility to read engineering drawingsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to shifting prioritiesStrong verbal and written interpersonal/communication skills requiredProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)WORK ENVIRONMENTThis is an office position associated with a manufacturing facility. The employee must be able to correctly wear and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the employer when in the manufacturing area.At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.Company:Afinitas