Applications Engineer

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an Application Engineer located in Fontana CA..

T he Application Engineer will be responsible for collaborating with our engineering department, project managers, and business development team to prepare cost proposals for our relay panels and control enclosure manufacturing projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

May be responsible in the hiring process of selecting personnel for the department

Train, coach, and develop team members on specific topics related to estimating and engineering

What a typical day looks like :

Review RFP / RFQ specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate in order bid to meet or exceed customer specification requirements.

Coordinate directly with customers regarding specification / design questions and clarifications.

Work with suppliers / vendors in obtaining pricing, including developing and maintain working files for estimate figures including information of prices from suppliers, price lists, etc.

Review Building Estimators work for any omissions or errors. Work with estimator to fix these and to help them understand what needs to be done in the future.

Prepare accurate, detailed, disciplined estimates, including developing scope of work, pricing, and labor schedules.

Design and draw select fabrication and assembly drawings for control buildings and / or control panels as required for submittal with the bid, depending on the scope of the project

Participate in process improvement initiatives to meet growth demands.

Participate in weekly meetings.

Run kick off meetings for projects as assigned by the department manager.

Research new procedures, proposals, and process improvements as we grow our operation.

Propose ideas and suggestions for areas of improvement to standardize and increase bid success rate.

Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Ability to read Mechanical and Electrical drawings, schematics, and diagrams

Ability to read and understand Commercial Documents

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Able to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

Strong critical thinking skills and ability to make independent judgments

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and other related programs (AutoCAD, Solidworks)

Experience / Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field

At least 2 years of related experience.

PP20

What you'll receive for the great work you provide :

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay Range (Applicable to California)$69,500.00 USD - $95,500.00 USD Annual

Job Category

Global Procurement & Supply ChainRelocation :  Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Crown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on : age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email