Applications Engineer - Retrofit

SUMMARY

The Retrofit Applications Engineer II is a mid-level engineer that is responsible for the technical application of TGW products and third-party equipment to complete mechanical system designs during the quotation phase of projects.  This role supports the Retrofit Sales Team to optimally translate customer requirements into a competitive and economically viable intralogistics solution. There will be a design emphasis on expansions, modifications, and modernizations of existing systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design medium-complexity mechatronic layouts using TGW’s product portfolio and relevant third-party equipment for technically sound and economically efficient proposals.
• Develop and redesign hardware systems to meet customer modernization needs.
• Conduct performance calculations, warehouse design, equipment selection, and energy efficiency assessments.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and guidelines in all technical designs.
• Act as the technical point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Gather and analyze customer requirements to create tailored intralogistics solutions.
• Present and justify technical concepts and proposals to customers.
• Conduct on-site inspections to assess installation conditions and retrofit scenarios.
• Create concept, inquiry, and proposal layouts with accurate mechanical costing.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external partners during proposal development.
• Track schedules proactively and optimize costs during calculations.
• Support the sales project team in strategic technical decisions.
• Participate in project handovers and provide support during the transition to implementation.
• Serve as a reliable technical consultant and central hub for retrofit projects.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

Two (2) to four (4) years of applications engineering, or related experience, preferably in a material handling environment.

Travel:

Up to 10% travel required.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong proficiency in 3D computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• AutoCAD (2D CAD) and Sketchup experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain stationary at a desk for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to go to site frequently and move safely around industrial and/or warehouse environment.