About this opportunity
Proos lists this Application Engineer opportunity in byron center, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Company Description
Proos is a custom solutions provider that designs, manufactures, and deploys engineered warehouse and factory solutions. We specialize in material handling automation systems, gravity chutes, shelving and storage, and complex metal assembly manufacturing. Based in Grand Rapids, MI, Proos serves local clients while delivering projects worldwide. Team members collaborate closely with customers from initial design through implementation to develop solutions that fit specific operational needs. The company values practical innovation, quality craftsmanship, and long-term partnerships with its clients.
Role Description
The Applications Engineer is a full-time, on-site or hybrid role based in Byron Center, MI. You'll support the sales process for engineered warehouse and factory solutions — from material handling systems to custom metal assemblies — by translating customer needs into technical concepts.
In this role, you will:
Collaborate with sales and engineering to translate customer requirements into application concepts and layouts
Interact directly with customers, developing concepts and providing technical guidance throughout the sales process
Prepare technical documentation, cost estimates, and proposals
Qualifications
Required:
Strong foundation in mechanical engineering
Experience with material handling systems and/or automation
Proficiency in 3D CAD (Autodesk Inventor strongly preferred)
Degree in Engineering or a related technical field — or equivalent practical experience in industrial/manufacturing environments
Strong communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally
Sharp problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality
A plus:
Working knowledge of electrical engineering principles related to automation, controls, or integrated systems
Experience with metal fabrication
Who can apply
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