Senior Applications Engineer, Convergix Automation
Job Category : Applications Engineering Requisition Number : SENIO001386 Posted : January 29, 2025 Job Type : Full-Time Work Arrangement : Hybrid Locations
Showing 1 location Aylesbury 1 Chamberlain Road Aylesbury, EN HP191DY, GBR Ballymena Unit 28, Galgorm Ind Estate Fenaghy Road Ballymena, NI BT421AQ, GBR Role : Senior Applications Engineer Location : Any of our UK sites (Arbroath, Aylesbury or Ballymena) Reports to : Applications Engineering Manager As a Senior Automation Applications Engineer, you will oversee the review of the customer machine and system requirements, lead the development of the concept, labour and material costs, and risks towards a competitive winning solution. Your role will entail developing an accurate budget and project proposal, aligning key concept points, sequence of operations and mechanical descriptions to create a custom integrated system to meet the customer requirements. What would a typical day look like? Working alongside Account Managers, you will lead the technical engagement with the customer from requirements definition, generating concepts, cost development, and presentation of the proposal. Reviewing customer specifications, URS’s, while engaging the customer directly to determine the hot buttons to solve for. Lead & participate in brainstorming sessions, resulting in a winning solution and concept. When possible, develop a 2D or 3D concept with the support of engineering. Work with the salesperson to support the Account Plan and Win strategy. Create supporting documents as needed to support strategy using the company’s core strengths. Develop a defined proposal document that clarifies all customer requirements. Interact with the sales, engineering and management teams to ensure technical alignment. Document technical requirements, project risks, oversee project plans and project change procedures. Identify risks to customer and Convergix, while developing a mitigation strategy for each. Participate in technical advisory roles, as required. Ensure effective handoff to operations for ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting. Participate in department and procedural improvements. Follow a standardized quoting process, utilizing tools to develop cost estimates and verbal descriptions of equipment. Standardized presentations including capture-plans, executive reviews, and customer reviews. Standardized tools used include varying levels of proposal templates, cost worksheet, CAD tools for concept approach, compliance matrices depending on industry and customer and FAT/SAT criteria. Enhance proposals using technical writers and dedicated Simulation/CAD resources. Leveraging cross business expertise and experience via a knowledge-sharing platform, capturing reference machines and SharePoint/MS Teams or other online software package. This role will be remote with travel to customers and the head office in Arbroath, Scotland. What qualifies you for this opportunity? 5+ years of industry experience. Preferably within highly technical manufacturing industries (e.g. Life Science, Aviation etc.). Experience with Automation Integration. Applications Engineering, Mechanical or Controls Engineering. Basic knowledge of robotics, various transport systems, machine vision inspection, and more. Ability to develop realistic timing diagrams, throughput calculations and validation. Experience in quoting, sales and customer interaction is preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills. What does CONVERGIX Offer You? Comprehensive benefits and 401K/RRSP packages (including health, dental, vision coverage and more!). Clear paths for career advancement and opportunities for professional development. Hands-on experience with the latest automation technologies and tools. A diverse and inclusive atmosphere that provides support for employees from all walks of life. ABOUT CONVERGIX AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS Convergix Automation Solutions is a Global Systems Integrator specializing in custom automated manufacturing systems. With over 900 employees, 25+ Locations worldwide and $300M in Sales, Convergix is growing organically and through acquisition. Our Values: Integrity : Respect, Transparency, Commitment Excellence : Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication Passion : Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity Why join the CONVERGIX team? As a growing company in the industrial technology industry, CONVERGIX can offer a unique value proposition to employees. We are expanding rapidly and provide a holistic approach to automation throughout the value chain. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.
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Job Category : Applications Engineering Requisition Number : SENIO001386 Posted : January 29, 2025 Job Type : Full-Time Work Arrangement : Hybrid Locations
Showing 1 location Aylesbury 1 Chamberlain Road Aylesbury, EN HP191DY, GBR Ballymena Unit 28, Galgorm Ind Estate Fenaghy Road Ballymena, NI BT421AQ, GBR Role : Senior Applications Engineer Location : Any of our UK sites (Arbroath, Aylesbury or Ballymena) Reports to : Applications Engineering Manager As a Senior Automation Applications Engineer, you will oversee the review of the customer machine and system requirements, lead the development of the concept, labour and material costs, and risks towards a competitive winning solution. Your role will entail developing an accurate budget and project proposal, aligning key concept points, sequence of operations and mechanical descriptions to create a custom integrated system to meet the customer requirements. What would a typical day look like? Working alongside Account Managers, you will lead the technical engagement with the customer from requirements definition, generating concepts, cost development, and presentation of the proposal. Reviewing customer specifications, URS’s, while engaging the customer directly to determine the hot buttons to solve for. Lead & participate in brainstorming sessions, resulting in a winning solution and concept. When possible, develop a 2D or 3D concept with the support of engineering. Work with the salesperson to support the Account Plan and Win strategy. Create supporting documents as needed to support strategy using the company’s core strengths. Develop a defined proposal document that clarifies all customer requirements. Interact with the sales, engineering and management teams to ensure technical alignment. Document technical requirements, project risks, oversee project plans and project change procedures. Identify risks to customer and Convergix, while developing a mitigation strategy for each. Participate in technical advisory roles, as required. Ensure effective handoff to operations for ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting. Participate in department and procedural improvements. Follow a standardized quoting process, utilizing tools to develop cost estimates and verbal descriptions of equipment. Standardized presentations including capture-plans, executive reviews, and customer reviews. Standardized tools used include varying levels of proposal templates, cost worksheet, CAD tools for concept approach, compliance matrices depending on industry and customer and FAT/SAT criteria. Enhance proposals using technical writers and dedicated Simulation/CAD resources. Leveraging cross business expertise and experience via a knowledge-sharing platform, capturing reference machines and SharePoint/MS Teams or other online software package. This role will be remote with travel to customers and the head office in Arbroath, Scotland. What qualifies you for this opportunity? 5+ years of industry experience. Preferably within highly technical manufacturing industries (e.g. Life Science, Aviation etc.). Experience with Automation Integration. Applications Engineering, Mechanical or Controls Engineering. Basic knowledge of robotics, various transport systems, machine vision inspection, and more. Ability to develop realistic timing diagrams, throughput calculations and validation. Experience in quoting, sales and customer interaction is preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills. What does CONVERGIX Offer You? Comprehensive benefits and 401K/RRSP packages (including health, dental, vision coverage and more!). Clear paths for career advancement and opportunities for professional development. Hands-on experience with the latest automation technologies and tools. A diverse and inclusive atmosphere that provides support for employees from all walks of life. ABOUT CONVERGIX AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS Convergix Automation Solutions is a Global Systems Integrator specializing in custom automated manufacturing systems. With over 900 employees, 25+ Locations worldwide and $300M in Sales, Convergix is growing organically and through acquisition. Our Values: Integrity : Respect, Transparency, Commitment Excellence : Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication Passion : Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity Why join the CONVERGIX team? As a growing company in the industrial technology industry, CONVERGIX can offer a unique value proposition to employees. We are expanding rapidly and provide a holistic approach to automation throughout the value chain. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.
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