Applications Engineer - LAM

Company Overview:

We design, develop and manufacture case packers and tray packing solutions for flexible and other tough-to-handle packages such as stand up pouches, pillow bags, and four-sided sealed bags. Built for around-the-clock operation, these solutions have a worldwide reputation for their quick change-over, flexibility, speed, and comprehensive design. Our Integrated state-of-the-art technologies include gravity, pick and place, wrap-around, and vision-guided robotics.

Position:

We are currently seeking an Applications Engineer; this is a remote position located in the United States, with travel required. This position will have the responsibility to work exclusively with the Latin American and Mexico Sales Teams and/or local partners.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Prepare proposals and technical documents for prospective clients regarding different technologies including design, pricing, and customer specifications.
• Daily maintenance of CRM.
• Maintain standard pricing structure.
• Consult with the engineering department for non-standard applications.
• Communicate with customers both internally and externally.
• Communicate with suppliers.
• Optimize product lines for specific technologies in regard to both cost and technical perspectives. This includes researching new technologies and advancements and implementing them as applicable.
• Review customer specifications.
• Represent BPA at relevant industry trade shows.
• Travel up to 15% may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical design, mechanical design, or related discipline. A combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.
• Spoken and written fluency in the Spanish and English languages is required.
• Spoken and written fluency in Portuguese is preferred.
• AutoCAD required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office products including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Experience with ABB and Fanuc robots preferred.
• Experience with AB control platforms preferred.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• Forward-thinking
• Strong networking capabilities to foster the ability to build and maintain long-term relationships.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Applicants must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.

At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.