Applications Engineer (Manufacturing)

For over 25 years, Birk Manufacturing Inc. has grown into an
industry leader for thermal management and custom turn-key solutions. At our
facility in East Lyme, CT, we design and manufacture high-quality flexible
heaters and thermal systems for use in medical devices, instrumentation, and
diagnostic and semiconductor equipment. 

Why Work with Us:

• Competitive
  salary between $80-85kk, plus bonus incentives
  
• A
  generous benefits package including Medical & Dental, Short-Term
  Disability, and Life Insurance
  
• 120
  hours of vacation and 40 hours of personal time per year
  
• A
  positive culture and working environment
  
• Fitness
  Plan/Gym Membership
  
• Company
  matched 401K
  
• Tuition
  Reimbursement
  
• Small
  company environment so you can have a significant impact and real
  opportunities for growth
  

The Position:

The Applications Engineer plans, directs, and manages new
projects by means of quoting, preparing engineering drawings, and communicating
with productions teams. He or she is also responsible for assisting customers
and sales representatives with technical expertise related to Birk's products.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide
  application engineering support to current and potential customers on new
  projects
  
• Perform
  pricing analysis and complete quotations for new projects
  
• Provide
  technical support to designated sales representatives
  
• Communicate
  project requirements, production schedules, and quality requirements to
  the manufacturing team and design engineers
  
• Prepare
  engineering drawings for new projects
  
• Plan
  and evaluate new projects, consulting with other engineers and executives
  as necessary
  
• Review
  new product plans and make recommendations for material selection based on
  design objectives
  

About You:

• Bachelor’s
  degree or higher in Engineering
  
• A
  minimum of 2-3 years of experience working in an ISO certified
  manufacturing facility
  
• Strong
  computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  
• AutoCAD
  experience highly preferred
  
• A
  responsible and reliable employee who has a solid work ethic and drive to
  become a valuable asset to the company.
  
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