JOB OVERVIEWAn Application Specialist is responsible for planning, designing and deployment of machinery and equipment working as a bridge between customers and the engineering team. We are looking for someone that is eager to continue their career, that is detail-oriented, professional and an out-of-the-box thinker. . It is crucial that our Applications Specialist promotes a positive company image through safety, quality, consistency, and professionalism.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES§ Engage with the customer at a technical level to understand the customer’s specific requirements§ Liaison between third parties to ensure product claims are verified§ Explore cost and time saving initiatives§ Develop concepts with customers to ensure a robust solution§ Develop and suss out innovative methods for design, manufacturing and processes§ Keep abreast of industry standards and best practices§ Collaborate internally and externally with subject matter experts§ Develop and execute presentations internally and to customers§ React to emergency and short lead customer requirements§ Provide Project Managers with assistance in estimating labour and material cost for quoting purposes§ Identify technical risks and their impact on the project to mitigate issues§ Assist with project conflict resolution§ Balance a workload of multiple priorities§ Participate in concept reviews, design kick offs and manufacturing reviews§ Participate in/review testing results§ Provide training/mentoring which includes: (1) Solidworks and PDM vault best practices. (2) TMG sanitary design guidelines.§ Interviewing potential candidates§ Provide design suggestions/concept layouts to PMs for quoting projects§ Provide design suggestions/concept layouts to Engineers designing projects§ Travel to customer locations as required§ Always conduct oneself in a professional manner in alignment with Company values, including but not limited to language use, attire, and workmanship§ In accordance with Company policy and relevant employment legislation, overtime and work outside of regular hours, and being on call may be required at the discretion of the Company§ All other duties as requiredRequirementsREQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS§ Mechanical Engineering Degree or Diploma preferred§ Working knowledge of SolidWorks 3D modeling and AutoCAD 2D – Inventor 3D experience an asset§ Strong knowledge of the food industry, food safety and sanitary design principles§ Proven ability to function in a self-directed environment and work independently on various design projects§ Able to solve complex technical problems and use critical thinking in a fast-paced, agile environment§ Able to maintain professionalism when dealing with clients in all interfaces§ Able to communicate completed designs effectively using 2D engineered drawings§ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office§ Applied knowledge of Design for Manufacturing techniques§ Working knowledge of automated equipment§ Comprehensive understanding of metal fabricating equipment and processes§ Applied knowledge of Continuous Improvement techniques§ Candidate should excel in a team-based environment and be willing to share ideas and experiences§ Able to work with a variety of personality types and resolve conflicts
