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Applications Engineer | Automation

Michael Page
  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • $90,000–$110,000 Per Year
  • Instant Apply
2 days ago

Job Description

  • Design custom automation systems using SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD
  • Develop concepts and layouts for automation equipment based on customer requirements
  • Support budgeting and estimating efforts for new projects
  • Manage project timelines and coordinate with internal teams to ensure successful execution
  • Collaborate with sales and customers to define technical requirements and solutions
  • Identify and solve engineering challenges throughout the project lifecycle
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and system designs

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Quarterly & Yearly bonuses with up to 50K in added incentiveOpportunity to work with cutting edge Automation technology
  • 5+ years of experience in automation or mechanical design (or mechatronics-focused roles)
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD
  • Experience with budgeting, estimating, or project costing
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
  • Team-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving abilities

Preferred:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
  • Experience with conveyors or material handling systems
  • Exposure to Visual Components or similar simulation tools
  • Background working with custom automation equipment



Our client is a mid-sized automation company focused on delivering fully customized equipment and systems to a variety of industrial customers. With a strong emphasis on innovation and continuous improvement, they design and build project-based automation solutions tailored to unique customer needs.The company offers a team-oriented environment, invests heavily in its workforce, and provides exposure to complex and niche engineering challenges across a wide range of applications

  • Competitive base salary in the range of $90,000-$110,000, with flexibility for strong candidates
  • Performance-based bonus (target ~10%)
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Comprehensive health benefits through a national provider
  • PTO starting at 2-3 weeks



Numbers & Facts

LocationBuffalo Grove, IL
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$90,000–$110,000 Per Year
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Year Founded1976
Websitehttp://www.michaelpage.com/

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the Americas, UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and Africa.

In the US, we focus on the areas of:

  • Advisory
  • Banking and Financial Services
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Engineering and Manufacturing
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • Human Resources
  • Information Technology
  • Legal
  • Marketing
  • Page Personnel Office Support
  • Oil and Gas
  • Procurement and Supply Chain
  • Real Estate and Construction
  • Sales

Skills

  • AutoCADunmatched
  • Automationunmatched
  • Automation Systemsunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Mechanical Designunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Project Estimatesunmatched
  • Project Lifecycleunmatched
  • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Requirements Managementunmatched
  • Salesunmatched
  • Simulationunmatched
  • Software Engineeringunmatched
  • SolidWorksunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched

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