Applications Engineering Specialist

Search Masters, Inc.

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!