Applications Engineering Manager

RWC, Inc., a global leader in the design and production of innovative manufacturing systems, is seeking an experienced Applications Engineering Manager.

Job Summary

Directs and coordinates the activities of the Applications Engineering department as it assists the Sales department in providing RWC's customers with innovative equipment concepts, competitive pricing, quality proposals, in order to secure purchase orders, and then to provide RWC departments with complete information that will allow them to proficiently design and build machines in accordance with job terms and specifications in support of the RWC Corporate Mission.

Essential Functions

• Develops, implements, and directs operational standards for application engineers and support staff to ensure the timely and effective preparation of customer proposals at the proper quality level.
• Works closely with Vice President of Sales to determine appropriate request for quotations to pursue.
• Develops, implements, and directs operational standards for application engineers and support staff to ensure accurate costing on all estimates.
• Perform risk assessments of projects and advise Sales.
• Determine appropriate staffing and scheduling requirements within the Applications Department. This includes coordination of the work with the Sales and Engineering Departments.
• Develops, approves, and administers all policies pertaining to the Applications Department, ensuring all company developed and or governmental mandated policies and regulations are met as a minimum.
• Develops, approves, and administers operational budgets for the Applications Department.
• Coordinates, approves, and implements the purchase and installation of new equipment into the applications engineering process.
• Hires, trains, assigns, and evaluates (including rewarding and or disciplining) subordinate Applications Department employees.
• Maintains AE costing library for accurate pricing.
• Responsible for maintaining operations consistent with RWC's standards and procedures.
• Maintain cost record history to assure that the cost records used by applications engineers are adjusted in accordance with information from post review meetings, prior to filing.
• Schedules and Leads Project Launch meetings for new projects.
• Schedules and leads Post‑Mortem Meetings for completed projects and maintain records.

Other Responsibilities

• Coordinate necessary activities to obtain photographs and videos of RWC machine systems, provide sales team with copies and maintain records.
• Obtain and maintain a display of significant products from RWC's machine capabilities.

Essential Qualifications

• A level of knowledge generally associated with completion of a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing engineering or related areas.
• A minimum of ten years’ experience within an applications engineering environment with a minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
• Administration and organizational skills sufficient to coordinate and direct the activities of the Applications Engineering Department.
• Analytical ability sufficient to devise and implement appropriate and effective plans, goals, policies and procedures for the applications engineering function within the applications engineering department.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to effectively deal with customers, vendors, subordinate employees, and other managers often under limited time constraints.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and the ability to adapt to all applicable software.
• Basic knowledge of Excel, Word, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little or no discomfort due to noise, temperature, etc.
• Domestic and international travel, including air travel.
• Occasional exposure to manufacturing process with slightly higher noise levels and exposure to dust.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to the President
• Overall responsibility for all Applications Engineering department personnel.

Compensation & Benefits

• RWC offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Zero premium/zero deductible medical health plan for employees and eligible dependents
• Company paid Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company participation and matching
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays annually

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person