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March, 2026
Application Engineer – Automation Equipment
| POSITION NAME | Application Engineer- automation equipment |
| NO OF POSITIONS | 1 |
| CANDIDATE REQUIRED TO JOIN | Within 1 to 2 weeks from offer |
| EDUCATION REQUIRED | B. tech, Masters in Mechanical design engineers |
| YEARS OF EXPERIENCE | 10 to 12 Years |
| EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION (DOMAIN KNOWLEDGE ETC) | Applications Engineers – Quote Support to support RFQ development for industrial automation projects. The role focuses on translating customer requirements into complete, review-ready quotation packages, including concept development, proposal-level estimating, risk identification, and customer proposal documentation. |
| SKILL / TOOLS KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED | · Microsoft Excel (cost estimation models) · Microsoft PowerPoint (proposal presentations) · CAD tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Inventor (concept layouts) · Collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams |
| MUST REQUIRED SKILLS | RFQ analysis and technical clarification Automation system concept development Proposal-level cost estimation Sequence of operations / process narrative creation Proposal schedule development Risk identification and mitigation planning Proposal documentation and compliance matrix preparation Industrial automation system knowledge |
Key Responsibilities
RFQ Analysis & Requirements Clarification
- Review customer RFQs, specifications, URS documents, and technical requirements.
- Identify requirement gaps and prepare clarification questions and assumptions logs.
- Document inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions for proposal development.
Automation Solution Concept Development
- Develop proposal-level automation system concepts, including:
- Robotic automation cells
- Assembly automation systems
- Material handling systems
- Vision inspection solutions
- Prepare concept summaries describing system approach, key modules, constraints, and differentiators.
- Align solution concepts with customer requirements and automation feasibility.
Process & Sequence Development
- Develop high-level sequence of operations or process narratives aligned with the proposed automation concept.
- Define the workflow of stations, process steps, and automation logic for proposal purposes.
Proposal-Level Estimation
- Develop proposal-level cost models, including:
- Engineering labor estimates
- Material and automation equipment allowances
- Purchased / buyout components
- Tooling requirements
- Document Basis of Estimate (BOE) with key cost drivers and assumptions.
- Prepare structured cost breakdowns using estimation templates.
Proposal Schedule Development
- Develop proposal-level project schedules, including key milestones such as:
- Concept and detailed design
- Build and integration
- Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
- Shipment
- Installation
- Site Acceptance Test (SAT)
Risk Identification
- Identify technical and schedule risks during proposal development.
- Prepare a proposal risk register with mitigation assumptions.
Proposal Documentation
- Prepare customer-facing proposal documents using company templates, including:
- Technical proposal documents
- Compliance or specification response matrices
- Proposal presentations
- Ensure proposals are clear, structured, and customer-ready.
Internal Coordination
- Coordinate with subject matter experts in mechanical, controls, robotics, and electrical engineering for concept validation and estimation inputs.
- Participate in internal proposal review checkpoints and technical reviews.
Internal Handoff Documentation
- Prepare internal handoff notes for delivery teams, including:
- Scope summaries
- Assumptions and constraints
- Risk highlights
- Estimate drivers and cost assumptions
Scope Boundaries (Important)
- This role focuses on applications engineering support for quotation development only.
- The following activities are explicitly excluded:
- People management or team leadership responsibilities
- Customer commercial negotiations or final pricing approvals
- Ownership of project execution after contract award
- On-site work at customer facilities unless specifically agreed
Experience
- 5–10 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Industrial automation applications engineering
- Automation proposal engineering
- RFQ quotation development
- Automation concept design and estimating
- Experience supporting automation solutions similar to those developed by companies such as
Rockwell Automation, ABB, Siemens, or Bosch Rexroth is preferred.
Required Technical Skills
- RFQ analysis and technical clarification
- Automation system concept development
- Proposal-level cost estimation
- Sequence of operations / process narrative creation
- Proposal schedule development
- Risk identification and mitigation planning
- Proposal documentation and compliance matrix preparation
- Industrial automation system knowledge
Tools & Software
- Microsoft Excel (cost estimation models)
- Microsoft PowerPoint (proposal presentations)
- CAD tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Inventor (concept layouts)
- Collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent technical communication and documentation abilities
- Ability to work with global engineering teams
- Ability to manage multiple RFQs and proposal timelines
