Inside Sales Applications Engineer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and comprehensive written quotes for products
• Perform preliminary system sizing quotations of custom machinery including filter tank volumes, pump sizing, and temperature control units
• Contact suppliers to obtain key component pricing
• Accompany Sales Representatives to customer sites to gather detailed project information
• Utilize technical knowledge to clarify terminology and supply or obtain missing information from Sales Representatives
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to incorporate their inputs into quotations and coordinate pricing for proposals
• Assist in creating proposal drawings as needed
• Conduct special projects such as market studies, product analysis, marketing communications, and promotional activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in machine cost estimating or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated skills in mechanical design, including knowledge of mechanical systems and principles
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite; Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with drafting software such as AutoCAD
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve detailed issues
• Ability to prioritize competing priorities to meet expectations of stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Nice to Have