Applications Engineer I

Description

The Applications Engineer I provides mechanical and electrical engineering support for the design, development, and application of automation systems, instrumentation, and technical solutions. The position translates customer requirements and specifications into practical concepts, detailed technical proposals, project scopes, and cost estimates. The role also supports product testing and qualification activities, working with internal engineering personnel, customers, vendors, and independent test facilities as needed.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

· Develop preliminary technical concepts, pricing, and detailed proposals for automation equipment, instrumentation, and engineering projects; involve engineering management when complexity warrants.

· Support design and development of products, systems, processes, and equipment by analyzing technical challenges and customer specifications; coordinate with third-party suppliers and vendors.

· Gather and interpret engineering requirements, technical documentation, and customer specifications to develop clear statements of work, proposals, and project deliverables.

· Prepare estimates for engineering time, labor, materials, testing, installation, equipment fabrication, and related project costs.

· Participate in customer site visits and technical discussions to establish requirements, evaluate applications, and support project or product development.

· Define project scope and handoff documentation sufficiently for project managers and technical teams to initiate work.

· Assist in planning and coordinating product testing and qualification efforts, including requirements review, test procedures, test readiness, documentation, and review of test results.

· Support development of test plans, compliance matrices, technical reports, and qualification documentation in coordination with engineering staff, customers, OEMs, and testing facilities.

· Maintain organized technical records and communicate schedule, technical, and qualification risks to appropriate stakeholders.

Education and Experience

· Associate degree or higher in mechanical, electrical, industrial, manufacturing engineering, or a closely related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.

· Three or more years of experience supporting mechanical and/or electrical engineering activities.

· Prior experience participating in product testing, validation, or qualification programs is preferred.

· Experience with military specification or military standard (MIL-SPEC / MIL-STD) qualification testing is strongly preferred, including familiarity with test requirements, procedures, compliance documentation, and reporting.

· Experience with CAD software and/or programming is a plus.

Technical and Professional Competencies

· Ability to interpret customer specifications, engineering drawings, test data, and technical requirements.

· Interest and aptitude in specifying complex instrumentation, sensors, automation equipment, and related products.

· Strong technical writing, cost-estimating, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· Self-directed learner with the ability to research unfamiliar applications and develop practical solutions.

· Customer-focused communicator who collaborates effectively with sales, engineering, operations, vendors, and external testing organizations.

· Ability to interpret statistical data and present technical information clearly to internal and external stakeholders.

· Demonstrated accountability, teamwork, and sound judgment aligned with SCI’s T.H.I.S. values.

Additional Requirements

· Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally to customer sites and other locations.

· Ability to meet applicable pre-employment screening requirements.

· Business casual appearance consistent with company and customer-site expectations.

Safety, Travel, and Physical Requirements

Employees must follow SCI safety policies and applicable customer-site requirements, including in potentially hazardous work environments. Travel is generally local during the business day, with occasional out-of-area or overnight travel. This position routinely requires speaking, listening, computer use, movement throughout SCI facilities or customer sites, handling equipment or documents, and reaching with hands and arms, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

AAP/EEO Statement

Standard Calibrations, Inc. (SCI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. In addition to federal law requirements, SCI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Standard Calibrations, Inc. (SCI) expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment. Harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or over), or genetic information (including family medical history) is illegal and will not be tolerated. Improper interference with the ability of SCI’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Standard Calibrations, Inc. (SCI) reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities at any time according to the needs of the company’s business. The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. SCI provides cross training and other task training as necessary to ensure all positions can be augmented, supported, or fully covered by multiple employees. SCI employees at any level may be assigned at any time to perform tasks unrelated to their primary job description.