Applications Engineer

Job Title: Applications EngineerLocation: Cambridge, ON | On-siteJob Type: Full-timeCompensation: $110,000 - $140,000 per yearBenefits: RRSP, health/dental/vision package, reimbursement for tuition and professional dues, paid vacation, personal days, and sick days

Get to Know Us: Eclipse Automation delivers cutting-edge custom automated manufacturing solutions across multiple industries. We combine advanced automation expertise with digital innovation to create smart, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing systems. Our global network includes facilities in Canada, the United States and Hungary ensuring regional expertise and global strength.

The Position:The Applications Engineer is a key member of the sales team, responsible for developing proposals and supporting the Sales Account Managers. Key directives include maintaining and servicing specific customer accounts and responding to requests for quotations in a timely and efficient manner, while delivering the Eclipse Vision and the Eclipse Entrepreneurial Culture.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Participate in customer RFQ review meetings, either on-site at the customer or in-house

Prepare cell layout drawings for the various RFQ's

Liaise between mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and assembly manufacturing groups for technical assistance in developing concepts and processes and provide assistance in estimating labor and material costs to meet customer requirements

Liaise with suppliers to obtain estimates of major material and equipment costs required for the preparation of budgets and proposals

Prepare equipment layouts.

Participate in the elaboration of the list and schedule of technical deliverables for the complete project as well as the corresponding list of interfaces

Write technical specifications

Technical follow-up during engineering, procurement & construction

Identify technical risks and their impact on the project & mitigate their effects

Prepares specifications and estimates costs

Provide proactive customer design support for vertically integrated components and complex electro-mechanical assemblies

Work with internal and external design and technology functions to create unique specifications and applications

Work to specific project budgets and timelines provided by Applications Manager

Prepare draft budget and quotation proposals for review with the Applications Supervisor, the Sales Manager and Key Account Managers

Attend escalation and red flags as directed by Applications Manager

Recognize problems, initiate action, assist in problem solving and evaluate results

Assist with conflict resolution at early stages

Promote positive relations with internal customers, partners, customers, vendors, and distributors

Liaise between all departments as required to ensure on time delivery proposals, and internal procedures are executed in a timely manner

Notify the Applications Manager as early as possible if milestones cannot be met

Attend appropriate meetings when required (Opportunity Review & Short Term Bookings)

Ensure that Company ISO Standards are followed

Represent the company at various community and/or business meetings to promote the company

Complete other duties and projects as assigned

Expectation of travel up to 30% of time could be anticipated, however may be exceeded in exceptional circumstances to meet project needs

What We’re Looking For:

5+ years of experience within an automation experience (OEM)

5+ years of experience in an applications engineering capacity

Experience with projects within the life sciences industry is an asset

University Degree or College Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Must have excellent experience with AutoCAD and Solid Works and be familiar with MS Office

Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical controls and integration of equipment

Experience and working knowledge of most CSA, ANSI and CE standards

Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to motivate teams to produce quality proposals within tight timeframes, with changing priorities

Conflict resolution skills are and asset

Must be self-motivated and lead by example with a positive attitude and outlook in the company

What We Offer:

Reimbursement for tuition and professional dues

3 weeks of vacation and 3 paid personal days (to start)

RRSP matching program

Free snack program

Why Join Us:

Here at Eclipse Automation, creation and innovation are at our core, and our culture reflects that. Fast-paced and continuously fostering growth, we encourage the entrepreneurial spirit that our teams embody, and leverage each of their strengths to do better for our people, our clients, and our communities.Our teams are made up of innovators, thinkers, and doers, with the know-how and expertise to exceed expectations, and the relentless spirit to create and reinvent. Our people are what enable us to live up to our name – to eclipse all others, inspiring and creating outcomes that change the world. 

Eclipse Automation is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive work environment. It is our policy to recruit and select applicants solely on the basis of their qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age, race, creed, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law.

At Eclipse Automation, we believe in the power of human connection. We do not use AI in our hiring process; every application is personally reviewed by a member of our team to ensure each candidate receives careful consideration.

This publicly advertised job posting is for an existing vacancy. We are seeking a qualified candidate to join our team and assume the responsibilities of this role.

Eclipse Automation encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Those in need of accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process should notify [email protected]. Any information received that relates to accommodation needs of a candidate will be addressed in a confidential manner.