Applications Concept Engineer

Lincoln Electric Automation, Fort Loramie, OH, a subsidiary of Lincoln Electric, specializes in laser welding, robotic welding and fixturing, press automation, and tube bending/fabricating systems which further strengthens Lincoln Electric’s already strong position as a market leader.

Req. ID: 22859 

APPLICANT CAN RESIDE ANYWHERE WITHIN THE US

Basic Functions:

Individual shall have a strong background in the engineering of turn-key automation solutions with experience in multiple industries including Aerospace, Appliance, Automotive and Construction equipment.  Must have a practical knowledge of the manufacturing disciplines used within the design and build environment from the concept and estimating phase of proposal development.  This will be a strategic, high level multi-disciplinary role directly supporting to sales with the emphasis on early targeting of strategic opportunities with high level concept development supported by simulation and 3D modeling.  The role will actively partner with sales in the early development of manufacturing solutions with a wide variety of customers.

Principle Responsibilities:

Work with sales and multiple business operations to establish high level, early stage solutions through excellent concept development and presentation – PRE-RFQ.

• Compare various solutions for customers problems to identify which level of automation or complexity bests fits within proposal (customer’s solution)
• Concept the most effective method thru visual aids or descriptions to purvey the concept to the customer and sales team; including travel with account managers or independently to customers.
• Use past experiences of machine design, assembly, and installation to generate hours associated for accurate quotes
• Monitor and support, as needed, the progress of in-house proposals
• Ensure the completion of rough order of magnitude proposals within the specified time frames as agreed with the customer
• Review and evaluate general client technical specifications and contract requirements
• Manage, disseminate and expedite required information between engineering, sales and other departments involved in the proposal process
• Specify major components of concepts
• Resolve and clarify issues with proposal specification and inquiry documents.

• Minimum Qualifications:
• 8 or more years’ experience in sales engineer, process development and/or Mechatronics solution role with extensive robotics experience
• Manufacturing precision assembly/ Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background
• Knowledge of manufacturing design and manufacturing processes and tools
• Strong PC skills, especially Office Suite: Excel, MS Project, Power Point and Word
• 3D Modeling, Simulation and Design fluency across multiple software platforms is a must
• Technical degree, or equivalent experience
• Ability to travel; approximately 30-40%

• Required Skills:
• Practiced knowledge of various manufacturing technologies
• Knowledge of specifications and requirements incumbent with Fortune 500 companies
• Ability to accurately perform targeted market and customer evaluations
• Proven leadership skills
• Ability to think process thru and identify potential flaws in a particular process or procedure
• Accuracy to foresee potential failures of equipment due to equipment or operator limitations

• Behavioral Traits:
• Communication - Balanced and discrete approach when participating in meetings; effective with written communications. Ability to effectively communicate with external customers.
• Organized – Strong ability to organize and prioritize tasks and projects, strong sense of follow-through with employees and customers. Resourceful in obtaining information. Develops plans for projects.
• Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; builds morale and meets group commitments to goals and objectives; supports company commitment towards building a coveted reputation in the manufacturing community.
• Customer Service oriented – Responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve sales and service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments to customers.

• Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S)
• Understand the Company’s EHS Policy and how it relates to this job.
• Be aware of OSHA & EPA laws and regulations as well as the Company’s Plant Rules and Regulations that pertain to this job.
• Work in a safe and environmentally friendly manner and observe all company EHS procedures.
• Know that the company EHS procedures are located on the ISO drive.
• Immediately notify the Supervisor if there is any safety hazard, any equipment not operating correctly, or if there are any questions regarding EHS procedures.
• Attend required EHS training

Physical demands and work environment:  The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands:  While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Repetition with activity; computer work.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment:  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.

Lincoln Electric is a $3.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ) with over 11,000 employees around the world.  With operations in over 56 manufacturing locations in 19 countries, we are well positioned to continue this partnership and poised to grow with our customers. As a part of that continuing legacy, you will contribute to a new generation of innovation and experience the pride that comes with being part of the solution to the world’s challenges.  It is a great time to be part of the welding industry!

Lincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.  Resumes submitted to any employee(s) of Lincoln Electric without a signed vendor agreement, by the Manager of Recruiting & Training, will become property of Lincoln Electric.  Verbal or written commitments from any other member of Lincoln Electric will not be considered binding terms.  Lincoln Electric will not pay a fee to any third-party recruiter that has not coordinated their recruiting activity through the Recruiting Department.

Employment Status: Salary Full-Time 

EOE, including disability/veterans

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