Applications and Business Development Engineer

Taylor Hobson
Warrenville, IL, US
Full-time
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Company

AMETEK is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced analytical, test and measurement instrumentation for the energy, aerospace, power, research, medical and industrial markets.

As a leading global provider of differentiated electronic instruments and electromechanical devices, AMETEK are proud to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges.

Their strength comes from four key areas : Niche Market Focus, Growth Model, People and Culture, Performance.

  • Annual sales of over $7 billion with approximately 50% of sales outside U.S.
  • Distributed operating structure with 18,500 colleagues in over 30 countries
  • Diverse set of niche markets and applications served
  • Core Values include Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Teamwork and Social Responsibility

AMETEK is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE : AME) and a component of the S&P 500

Website : Business Unit

Business Unit

Established in 1886, Taylor Hobson is the world leader in surface and form metrology and developed the first Roundness and Surface Finish measuring instruments.

We provide contact and non-contact measurement solutions for the most demanding applications on a global basis, with a worldwide infrastructure to support our clients;

we are a truly global ultra-precision metrology company.

We are pioneers, continually developing our products to meet the ever-increasing demands of next generation technologies, particularly in Optics, Bearings, Space, Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical and Renewable Energy technologies.

Taylor Hobson's world leading brands include : Talyrond®, Form Talysurf® PGI, Form Talysurf® i-Series, Surtronic®, LUPHOScan, Formalysurf® PGI Optics, Talyvel®, Autocollimators, Micro-Alignment Telescope and AMECare.

Taylor Hobson is part of the Ultra Precision Technologies Division of AMETEK, Inc. which is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual sales of approximately $7 billion.

Website : Position Summary

Position Summary

Applications Engineer / Business Development : We are looking for an application / business development engineer to work independently, becoming the US technical expert in our optical and alignment metrology systems.

They will be challenged to outreach for new opportunities, create technical solutions and expand our business. They will be responsible for proving system capability with sample measurements and live demonstrations, conducting system training, providing customer support, and communicating through webinars and publications.

They must be willing to travel to customer sites in North America up to 70%.

This person will investigate business development opportunities of new and emerging optic technologies. They will need to partner with industry experts to understand and develop metrology solutions for these technologies.

They will work directly with the teams in the UK and Germany to develop our systems for these markets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with manufacturers to implement measurement solutions from concept to production.
  • Cultivate relationships with customers to understand their business needs.
  • Investigate scope of current project needs
  • Review drawings of components produced.
  • Understand production processes and how measurements will be utilized.
  • Identify and propose solutions.
  • Demonstrate capability of solutions (including sample measurements and programs) to ensure deployment success.
  • Provide training and contact programming once the solution is installed.
  • Provide system support for lifetime and look for ways to improve the solution.
  • Identify areas of the optic market for business development.
  • Create webinars, publications, and other marketing materials.

Required Essential Skills :

Curiosity of :

  • How everyday and specialized products work.
  • How objects are produced. How are they machined?
  • Strong PC Skills beyond Microsoft Office suite :
  • Ability to diagnose software and general PC issues.
  • Ability to self-learn simple programming.
  • Understanding of fundamental programming concepts.
  • Strong technical aptitude including :
  • Strong competency in mathematics.
  • Ability to implement technical projects.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience giving technical presentations.
  • Ability to explain complex topics in clear language.
  • Ability to communicate with different audiences, e.g., technicians, engineers, owners, or researchers, etc.
  • Exceptional follow-up skills, ability to bring issues to a close with efficiency.
  • Willingness to learn new engineering concepts.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Organization to manage multiple projects concurrently.
  • Ability to become an integral part of the team.

Required Personal Attributes :

  • Tenacity.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Forward thinking and driven to improve processes.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Action oriented.
  • A desire to succeed.

Desirable Skills :

  • Ability to read and understand technical drawings and documentation.
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes.
  • Experience with CAD software.

Experience / Qualifications :

We will consider experienced candidates as well as recent graduates with internships or other practical experience. A bachelor’s degree or greater in optical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or similar is required.

Equivalent professional experience will also be considered.

We will consider applicants located near Warrenville, IL; Rochester, NY; or Keene, NH.

Permanent residents and U.S. Citizens only please (company under I.T.A.R regulations). Not able to consider OPT students / graduates.

Benefits

When you join Taylor Hobson, we're committing to your future career. That's because we believe in developing our people's skills and promoting them internally.

Depending on the location of the position we offer you the following :

  • Working with worldwide technology in the field of Optics and Optics Metrology
  • Continuous training provided using world class manufacturing tools and equipment
  • Fun, relaxed, supportive working environment
  • International travel and local teamwork with international colleagues
  • 24 days ago
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