Senior Mechanical Applications Engineer (BOS USA)

At BOS Innovations, we design and build advanced automation systems that move manufacturing forward. At BOS Innovations, we’re not just developing solutions; we’re defining the future of industrial automation in Advanced Manufacturing. As a company, we thrive on the integration of leading-edge technologies and foster an environment that empowers personal and professional growth. With a collaborative culture and a commitment to developing talent, BOS offers unmatched opportunities for career advancement, allowing you to find the perfect role that aligns with your skills and aspirations. Join us to contribute to innovative projects and take your expertise to new heights.

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: BOS Innovations LLC - Lexington, KY

Training and Travel Requirement: This role includes a four-week training period at our Canadian facility. Candidates must be eligible to travel to Canada.

About the Role

As an Applications Engineer (Mechanical Specialist), you will partner closely with Sales Team and customers to develop well thought out automation concepts and professionally packaged quotations that win new business for the company. You will review customer requirements, analyze existing production processes, and design mechanical concepts and station-level solutions, including estimated BOMs, that are efficient, effective, and aligned with customer standards. In this role, you'll coordinate with suppliers and internal engineering, support accurate costing, and help present and explain concepts and budgets both internally and to customers. You'll also contribute to improving tools, standards, and processes within the team while staying current on new technologies and sharing your knowledge with others.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow the Sales processes to create quotations and win business for BOS
• Full review of the application and development of a professionally packaged quotation containing a high-level of attention to detail
• Analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of customer production processes and develop strategies for enhancing them to offer better solutions
• Review and analyze customer documents (including requests for quotes, scopes of work, and equipment specifications/standards), lead site visits/reviews of applications, and review product designs and past BOS history of equipment to ensure concept is optimized and effective, meeting customer specifications and expectations
• Develop mechanical design concepts and estimated bill of materials (BOM’s) at cell and station levels
• Coordinate and communicate with customer technical counterparts to gain understanding of needs and develop relationships with key influencers
• Identify key project components to be sourced by BOS and develop requests for quotes to identify technical capabilities and costs directly from suppliers
• Lead collaboration with BOS engineering when additional support is required to create the best possible concept
• Support accurate costing for quotes by individually analyzing and estimating time and material requirements for each aspect of the project
• Support the team presenting quotes both internally and externally to customers to explain concept and validate budget
• Support the delivery of professional sales presentations and occasionally tour customers/prospects through BOS
• Attend project kickoffs and concept reviews to provide detailed explanation of budget and scope
• Daily timesheet completion to ensure proper time allocation for cost of sales tracking
• Weekly expense reports due by 5pm Friday afternoon for the completed week, including the prior weekend; approved travel includes site visits, quote presentations/reviews, and project kick-off/launch meetings
• Support organization and management of quote folders and files
• Review and compare past projects and quotes to identify areas of improvement
• Help develop and improve standards/methods/processes to be used by the Team to achieve goals
• Help develop and maintain tools/instruments/software/supplies for the Team and develop systems to manage them
• Identify quoting and process inefficiencies and work with Team to find solutions to increase output and reduce stress
• Continuous research of new technologies to ensure customers are provided with the best possible concept
• Maintain general knowledge of automated products and their applications
• Training and mentoring of BOS employees to share expertise, knowledge, and lessons learned to improve the company and leave a legacy.

• Address and elevate problems 1st to Manager, then to president, using the ACE principal:

• Action – Agree to a specific action with a measurable deliverable with your teammate(s)

• Compel – Compel your teammate(s) that the deliverable is at risk, ask how you can help, and agree that you will need to elevate for help to avoid a failure
• Elevate – Elevate with just the facts of the problem and the proposed resolution and where help is needed to avoid failure

MEASUREABLES

• Demonstrated automation industry experience through accurate, competitive concepts and quotations developed in SolidWorks, and SolidWorks PDM.
• Effective collaboration with internal teams, customers, and leadership, shown through clear communication, strong on-site engagement, and successful presentation of concepts.
• Consistent use of a healthy, accountable work approach by raising issues early, identifying root causes, and sharing solutions with the team.
• Ability to integrate mechanical design training and basic controls understanding to produce optimized, customer-aligned automation concepts.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. BOS welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America, and able to travel to Canada as required. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

About You

You bring hand-on experience from the automation industry and have a solid foundation in mechanical design, supported by a relevant degree or diploma. You are proficient in SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM and use these tools to develop clear, efficient mechanical concepts and accurate BOM estimates. You're comfortable working on-site, collaborating with cross-functional teams, engaging directly with customers, and presenting concepts to both technical and leadership audiences.

You thrive in a healthy, accountable work culture, understanding root causes, learning from failure, and sharing insights with others are valued parts of the process. You communicate clearly, work well in fast-paced environments, and contribute positively to concept development by bringing strong technical judgement, openness, and a solution oriented mindset. A basic understanding of controls further supports your ability to create well-rounded automation concepts.

About BOS Innovations

For over 25 years, BOS Innovations has delivered industrial automation solutions that address the complex challenges faced by manufacturers in automotive, mining, energy, defense, and general industries. Our collaborative approach and advanced technology pave the way for future advancements and profitability.

Benefits Of Working At BOS

Rewarding and Innovative Contribution to Society

Mentorship and Leadership Programs

Flexible Work Hours

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Health Benefits
Annual Profit Sharing

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Referral Bonus Program

Banked Hours Program

Staff appreciation lunches & Socials

Bi-annual company events

Career planning & goal setting

Employee Recognition Programs

Performance Appraisal Program

Company branded apparel

Employee Assistance Program