Application Engineer

About Us:Panelmatic, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Youngstown, OH to serve manufacturing industries with the design and build of custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels. Our business has sufficiently grown over the years to support expansion for our clients. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the chemical, data center, environmental, food & beverage, pulp & paper, material handling, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, renewables, metals, and utility markets. We also deliver equipment for use worldwide. Our rigorous methodology assures compliance with domestic and international standards. We can meet the needs of our diverse clientele from start to finish through sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery.Since 1957, we have been known for our high-quality, custom-built control packages, our comprehensive service, and our technological and manufacturing expertise. This expertise assures you of our ability to handle the largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently. Job Summary:Panelmatic is seeking a dedicated and skilled Application Engineer. The Application Engineer is responsible for receiving the quote request from sales, reviewing the bid for feasibility, and then completing the proposal package with the best suited solution for the customer.  The bid review includes a review of the timeline, customer specifications and drawings. This role requires a thorough understanding of electrical systems, construction methods, and industry standards. The Application Engineer collaborates with Sales, Project Managers, Engineering, Product Managers and Supply Chain to ensure on time accurate and competitive bids. Job Duties: Create an estimate using Estimating software from customer-supplied specifications and drawingsResearching, sourcing, negotiating, and obtaining the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractorsReview project specifications, drawings, and other documents to gain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of work.Create bills of material from electrical drawings and/or wiring diagramsCreate a letter of proposal to be delivered to the customer inclusive of BOM, pricing, and delivery dateAssessing the financial, technical, and operational risks of the projectsDetermining what factors of production will influence the cost of a service or productPresenting prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders for reviewInterface closely with sales and customer to clarify scopeInput and maintain information listed in the database/ERP and CRM system for all quotesFill in customer forms and bid sheets as requiredFollows company best practices in quality, safety, and communication RequirementsPrior experience as an Application Engineer or an Estimator preferred3+ years of experience in an Application Engineering or Estimator role in Medium Voltage Switchgear is required3+ years of experience with analytic tools, such as spreadsheets and database managers requiredAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings requiredBasic understanding of industrial codes, such as ANSI, NEC, UL, IBC, etc.Customer service centric requiredHigh levels of organizational and time management skills requiredHigh levels of analytical, observational, and active listening skills requiredExcellent communication skills both written and verbal requiredAbility to pass physical, drug, driving, and background check requiredAbility to physically push, pull, and lift 26lbs or more requiredAlignment with company core values requiredBenefitsMedical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage80% paid for by Panelmatic and 20% paid for by the employee on all other level medical coverage (ie employee plus child, employee plus spouse, family) 401(k) contributions matched 100% up to 4% Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development providedPTO and paid holidays providedCareer advancement opportunities Competitive wagesFamily-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years