Applications Engineer Level 3

Applications Engineer Level 3

Position: Applications Engineer Level 3

This is an on-site position in Grand Rapids, MI.

Overview:

The Applications Engineer Level 3 is responsible for configuring manufacturing system proposals and supporting the Axis team through the deployment of awarded solutions. This role requires several years of experience in manufacturing or a related field, with expertise in project budgeting, custom automated equipment, and manufacturing processes. Relevant engineering disciplines include controls, mechanical, industrial, and welding

Success in this role demands strong communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to analyze abstract challenges to deliver high-value solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and expand customer relationships through value-added manufacturing solutions.
• Generate concepts, define process steps, and perform budget and cycle time analyses.
• Identify labor and material needs, risks, and estimate costs and timelines for each project.
• Source and organize vendor quotes; identify new suppliers and advance process technologies.
• Translate customer expectations into actionable insights for internal teams.
• Lead quoting and project-related meetings as needed.
• Support project kickoff, build, and engineering teams with concept and customer-specific details.
• Maintain and expand cost feedback libraries to improve future estimates.
• Travel occasionally to meet customers and support proposal activities with technical and commercial content.
• Manage relationships and requests professionally.
• Communicate project developments in real time to company leadership.
• Contribute to team development and participate in proposal reviews.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering-related field, or comparable field experience in similar role with exposure to industrial automation systems
• 3+ years of experience with project management, budgeting, quoting or similar responsibilities within relevant industry.
• Capable of working independently in a self-directed fashion but as a part of a larger team with common goals
• Comfortable with speaking technically in front of groups (co-workers & customers)
• Competent with Microsoft Office Applications (Excel/Word)
• Familiarity with automated processes and equipment (Assembly, Welding, Adhesive, Machining, etc.)
• Familiarity with CAD/3D modeling, or viewing software