Lead Applications Engineer

Lead Applications Engineer opening in Piedmont, SC for a well-established specialty manufacturer of custom engineered components. In this role you'll own the full lifecycle of custom projects from first contact through delivery. This position is ideal for a hands-on Engineer who enjoys dealing directly with clients, planning a project from procurement to production, and acting as Lead engineer and Project Owner on every custom order. 
 
This full-time opportunity offers competitive salary, Health insurance, Simple IRA with company match, and PTO!
 
Requirements:

• 5+years in applications engineering, design engineering, or product engineering
• Working knowledge of relevant engineering principles (heat transfer, electrical, or mechanical — role will train on specifics)
• Proficiency reading and creating engineering drawings; AutoCAD or equivalent software
• Experience developing quotes and cost estimates for custom-engineered products
• Excellent communication skills, must be comfortable translating technical specs for non-technical customers
• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
   

Role Duties:

• Serve as the primary technical contact for inbound customer inquiries — lead each project from requirements gathering through design, procurement, and delivery
• Consult with customers to define performance requirements, constraints, and environmental conditions
• Perform engineering calculations and analysis; develop custom design configurations to meet customer specs
• Source materials and components; manage parts procurement for custom orders
• Develop accurate quotes and respond to RFQs with full technical documentation
• Coordinate with production and quality teams to ensure specs are feasible and clearly communicated
• Maintain customer records, quotes, and project status in CRM

 

Perceptive Recruiting, LLC, headquartered in Greenville, SC, has 27+ years of technology recruitment experience. We build relationships with our clients so we can find you the right cultural and technical fit for your next role. We provide guidance every step of the interview process to give you the best chance of success. Looking for your next opportunity? Connect with us today! Perceptive Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer.