Applications Engineer

About BW

For over 70 years, Bishop-Wisecarver has been a family-owned company. We’re now in our second generation and a WBENC certified, woman-owned company.  From major manufacturers to innovative start-ups, we've been the go-to source for cutting-edge solutions in linear and rotary motion. We don’t just make products; we help nourish, heal, shelter, entertain, protect and move the world in the most extreme environments and critical conditions.

At Bishop-Wisecarver (BW), through our Signature Experience process we're helping our customers with expert guidance on customized solution development and product selection that ensures the right design for your problem, providing documentation, design assumptions, and solution requirements. 

Join our vibrant BW family, where every voice matters and each member make a meaningful impact! At BW, we pride ourselves on our inclusive culture, where transparency is critical and your input shapes our business direction. If you desire a career where your name is known and your opinions are valued, then look no further – BW is the place for you!

To learn more about BW, please visit us at: https://www.bwc.com/

Now, let's talk about the role itself. We are looking for a dynamic individual to join the BW Sales Team as Applications Engineer who will support our Sales Team for the success of revenue generation and growth for BW and can thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with a positive can-do attitude, impeccable integrity, and excellent communication skills. 

This position will report to the Sr. Sales Manager and the candidate of choice is willing to accept the challenge to deliver to our customers best in class engineered solutions for motion products that excel in harsh and extreme environments.

This role can be remote or hybrid position depending on location. The ideal candidate has a high level of energy, self-direction, accountability and has a proven track record of designing complex systems in the industrial automation sector and delivering the BW Signature Customer Experience to prospects and customers to create tailored solutions that meet customer needs and build strong customer relationships. 

Step into the dynamic role we're offering with a variety of exciting responsibilities:

• Provide the Signature Experience to customers and prospects (Learn more: BW Signature Experience)
• Apply mechanical engineering concepts to develop systems that meet customer’s needs
• Provide quotes to customers in conjunction with respective sales team
• Identify and documents customer requirements by establishing personal rapport with key accounts, prospects and the Sales Team
• Develop tools that make interaction with customers more efficient, and predictable
• Provide efficient responses to sales and customer questions
• Support the region in implementing target market programs and closing new business
• Make the necessary engineering calculations to support product recommendations. 
• Prepare drawings and/or models of product systems
• Develop thorough understanding of BW product line and our value proposition  
• Provide input to product feature enhancements and process improvements
• Keep up to date with competitor’s products
• Develops an understanding of switches, sensors, actuators, motors, and controllers employed in the motion industry 
• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned 

Check out our Wishlist for the ideal candidate:

• BS degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering or related discipline; Master's degree preferred. PE Certification a plus
• AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, MS Office experience
• 1-2 years of experience working with mechanical components, actuators, controls and sensors 
• Exceptional customer service, communication, analytical, and organizational skills 
• Must be able to work independently without direction 
• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously 
• Wide degree of creativity is expected

What BW brings to the table:

• Competitive base salary with incentive plan paid quarterly.
• Complete tech package for your home office
• Enjoy a great benefit package, complete with a generous contribution from BW.
• Uncapped flexible time-off policy – take the time you need, when you need it.
• Support your financial future with our 401(k) safe-harbor match and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Immerse yourself in our values-driven, down-to-earth culture that celebrates teamwork and goes the extra mile to deliver exceptional service to our customers.
• Ready to dive into a workplace that's more than just a job? Come join us at BW, where every day is an adventure! 

At BW, we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome everyone, regardless of race, creed, color, religious belief, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical or mental handicap, veteran status, or any other protected basis under Federal, State, or local law or ordinance. Join us in creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Notes:

• There is no paid relocation for this position
• Applicants must be able to work in the US without sponsorship