Applications Engineering Specialist
Search Masters, Inc.
Other Engineering, IT
Willoughby, OH, USA
Posted on May 1, 2026
Sales & Client Management
- Respond to inbound customer inquiries and log activity within a CRM system
- Conduct on-site visits to gather technical requirements and define project scope
- Prepare and manage detailed proposals and quotations for field system solutions
- Track and manage active opportunities through the full sales cycle
- Support conversion of proposals into awarded projects or orders
- Clearly communicate technical scope, deliverables, and system requirements to both clients and internal teams
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth order execution through delivery and invoicing
Project Management (Small to Mid-Sized Projects)
- Review and interpret project scope based on awarded work
- Develop project plans, timelines, and task assignments
- Lead or participate in internal and customer-facing project meetings
- Monitor project performance, budgets, and financial metrics using ERP systems
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and other departments
- Manage change orders and communicate scope adjustments with clients
- Ensure projects are executed on schedule, within scope, and aligned with financial targets
Systems & Process Ownership
- Maintain proficiency in internal systems such as ERP, CRM, and project/resource management tools
- Support continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements and efficiencies
- Adapt to evolving responsibilities as the business and division grow
Key Requirements
- Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field plus 2–5 years of experience,
- OR
- High school diploma (or equivalent) with 6+ years of experience in industrial controls, automation, or manufacturing environments
- Preferred Experience
- Background in controls integration, automation systems, or similar technical environments
- Familiarity with basic accounting or project financials
- Company is a systems integrator that provides custom process automation solutions provider for a variety of industries!
- Division of a $4BB global leader in the metals industry!