Application Engineer

About Us:

Panelmatic, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Youngstown, OH to serve manufacturing industries with the design and build of custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels. Our business has sufficiently grown over the years to support expansion for our clients. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the data center, chemical, food & beverage, pulp & paper, material handling, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, renewables, metals, and utility markets. We also deliver equipment for use worldwide. Our rigorous methodology ensures compliance with domestic and international standards. We can meet the needs of our diverse clientele from start to finish through sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery.

Since 1957, we have been known for our high-quality, control packages, our comprehensive service, and our technological and manufacturing expertise. This expertise assures you of our ability to handle the largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic Application Engineer to join our team and play a key role in winning business within the utility, data center, industrial/OEM and packaged equipment center sectors. You will collaborate closely with sales, engineering, estimating and product management teams to develop competitive, profitable bids that meet our clients' requirements and deadlines while adhering to industry standards and customer specifications. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. 

Job Duties:

·         Review Request for Proposals/Quotations (RFPs/RFQs) to ensure alignment with company capabilities and compliance with applicable industry standards.

·         Provide guidance to customers on project deliverables as needed.

·         Manage the proposal process from start through PO acceptance, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of proposals.

·         Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, estimating, engineering and product management, to gather necessary proposal information.

·         Ensure that pricing and cost estimates are accurate and reflect the scope of work and material requirements outlined in the proposal.

• Partner with sales and product management to develop accurate, competitive pricing strategies for bids that drive business growth.

·         Coordinate document preparation, format proposals, and ensure adherence to company branding guidelines.

• Be the liaison between outside sales teams and customers, building strong relationships and providing outstanding service.
• Review post project operations data and provide closed loop feedback for sales/estimating process enhancements.

Occasionally present proposals to clients, showcasing our expertise and solutions

·         Maintain proposal records and documentation, tracking status and outcomes of submitted proposals.

·         Other duties as assigned

· Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field required; equivalent experience accepted.

·         Two plus years of experience in technical proposal development and administration within an electrical manufacturing environment required

·         Two or more years of experience with utility customers required

·         Two or more years of experience with Low and Medium voltage Packaged Equipment Centers

·         Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), and ability to manage multiple deadlines required

·         A strong attention to detail, with the ability to stay organized and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment required

·         Familiarity with ERP systems required

·         Familiarity with Salesforce system required

·         Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and electrical/mechanical drawings required

·         Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, required

·         Ability to pass physical, drug, driving, and background checks required

·         Ability to lift, push, and pull objects and perform physical tasks required

·         Alignment with company core values required

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD
• 100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage

• 80% paid for by Panelmatic and 20% paid for by the employee on all other level medical coverage (i.e. employee plus child, employee plus spouse, family)

• 401K and bonuses
• Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development provided
• PTO and paid holidays provided
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years