Applications Technologist

Applications Technologist

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Euclid - Automation Req ID: 28118

Purpose

Develop, design and quote robotic welding solutions as an in-house automation expert. Work with field sales and customers directly to provide pre-sale application vetting, robotic proposal development, and post-sale support.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Develop proposals for standardized robotic system solutions that solve real customer welding needs (lack of quality, production, personnel, etc.). Create strong relationships with both internal and external customers to drive territory sales goals. Create project budgets which drive the profitability of the division and company. Assist with project justification using simulation software, cycle time analysis and ROI calculations. Travel to customer locations to interact with project teams and business owners (10-20% Typical). Follow-up with quote/order design input: assisting Project Engineer with equipment/system design as needed for orders and assisting Design Engineering group with new system /equipment concepts. Provides in-house demonstrations and tours as necessary.

Basic Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology or Bachelors of Science in Engineering; preferred 3+ years of experience. Minimum 1-5 years in customer facing role (Technical Sales experience preferred). Understanding of project margins, costing and how they affect the business. Excellent phone and interpersonal skills with internal and external customers. Ability to interface with personnel at all levels of the organization. Must have a basic understanding of Microsoft Office; CAD or simulation experience preferred. Ability to solve complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions Works independently; receives minimal guidance May lead steps within a broader project or have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience Supports other parts of the business as needed.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.