Project Applications Engineer

About Us:

At BW Integrated Systems, we are at the forefront of the industry when it comes to designing and manufacturing cutting-edge solutions for end-of-line packaging equipment, labeling and converting, packaging automation, and systems integration. With a global presence encompassing nine manufacturing facilities and a team of over 800 experts, we are proud to be a trusted partner for our customers around the world, with installations spanning more than 50 countries. Our extensive range of products and service network offers innovative technology and unparalleled technical support for manufacturing companies operating in various global market segments. From food and beverage to pharmaceuticals, household goods, automotive, and more, we cater to diverse industries such as container manufacturing, wine and spirits, consumer product packaging, converting, paper, and beyond. With decades of experience, our packaging professionals excel in providing efficient solutions in areas such as robotic applications, packaging line design, integrated systems, palletizers and depalletizers, automated can-end and product-handling equipment, cartoning, case and tray packing and forming, as well as a wide range of labeling solutions including pressure sensitive, roll-fed, and shrink-sleeve options. Additionally, we specialize in converting and finishing solutions, advanced conveyance technology and controls, unwrappers, and destrappers.

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description:

Job Summary: The EMEA Applications Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of concept and estimating of equipment and solutions. In particular the focus will be on labelling product lines which ensure the growth, competitiveness and profitability of our product solutions while mitigating the risk of each project and application. This individual will utilize a good understanding of the wide range of applications of BWIS and other complimentary BW products, along with our client’s needs, in generating the optimal concepts, estimates, and quotes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Resource

• Provide technical expertise to our Sales Executives and customers regarding our product lines.
• Support Sales Executives in presenting and explaining our solutions to customers.
• Maintain standards library for equipment layouts.
• Provide technical assistance to operations as sold work is defined and executed.

• Occasional travel to customer’s site to review project details and/or present our proposal
• May participate in project-related meetings including design reviews, assembly kick offs, team and site communications, acceptance tests and post project reviews.

Layout Drawings

• Evaluate customer requirements to determine the appropriate automation solution.
• Create a floor plan drawing of proposed solution in AutoCAD.
• Work with the customer supplied layout of their facility to determine location of our machine and connections to upstream and downstream equipment.
• Detail the layout drawing with dimensions, utilities, elevations and other call-outs as required.
• Integrate OEM supplied system components into our layout drawing.

Proposals

• Review customer specifications to ensure expectations are met by our solution.
• Estimate costing (materials and labor) of our proposed solution using costing tools.
• Consult with engineering on new concepts and associated costing.
• Keep CRM program up to date with quoting activity.
• Develop complete proposal package as deliverable to our customer

Culture Alignment

• Conduct all activities in a manner that is always fair, moral, ethical and legal.
• Consistently demonstrate the characteristics of a team player.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and confidence for the working environment and for learning new tasks and accepting responsibilities.  Demonstrates willingness to learn and implement new processes when given appropriate instructions.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or HND/HNC
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Highly self-motivated, must work well with little to no supervision.

• Possess excellent communication skills using various modes of communication.
• Exceptionally strong organizational skills including planning and scheduling abilities.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in SolidWorks/AutoCAD
• Experience with MS Dynamics 365
• Specific expertise in labelling applications
• Knowledge of packaging automation systems integration

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

• Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for operation of a computer
• Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about regularly
• Lift, move, or otherwise transfer items up to 15 Kgs. occasionally
• Occasional exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards
• Occasional travel withing the UK to customer sites or other BW locations (approx. 10%)

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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

Company:

BW Integrated Systems