Applications Specialist

at  TriMach Group Inc

Tri-Mach is a leading provider of sanitary stainless steel solutions, specializing in custom equipment and services for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. For over 30 years, Tri-Mach has remained passionate about providing state-of-the-art machinery and innovative new solutions to our communities’ most vital industries.
At Tri-Mach, we believe the formula to creating the best solutions, is having the best people. Recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers, we’ve never lost sight of putting people first, ensuring an open culture driven by respect, support, and building long-term relationships.
We are looking for an Applications Specialist who will be responsible for planning, designing and deployment of machinery and equipment working as a bridge between customers and the engineering team. We are looking for someone that is eager to continue their career in Engineering, that is detail-oriented, professional and an out-of-the-box thinker. It is crucial that our Applications Engineer promotes a positive company image through safety, quality, consistency, and professionalism.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Mechanical Engineering degree/diploma or equivalent
• Strong Communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience with SolidWorks 3D and AutoCAD 2D
• Knowledge of the food industry, food safety and/or sanitary design principles
• Proven ability to function in a self-directed environment and work independently on various design projects
• Able to solve complex technical problems and use critical thinking in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Able to maintain professionalism when dealing with clients in all interfaces
• Able to communicate completed designs effectively using 2D/3D engineered drawings
• Applied knowledge of Design for Manufacturing techniques
• Working knowledge of automated equipment
• Comprehensive understanding of metal fabricating equipment and processes
• Applied knowledge of Continuous Improvement techniques
• Able to work with a variety of personality types and resolve conflicts

PERKS OF THE ROLE

• Large variety of work, no project is ever the same!
• Career development opportunities
• Onsite Skill Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• RRSP Matching
• Competitive Group Benefits for Dental, Drugs and Health Care
• Annual Boot allowance
• Employer Paid Uniform Package
• Climate Controlled Shop with state-of-the-art equipment
• Fully equipped private gymCompany events like BBQs and more!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create/design preliminary concepts for customer quoting purposes
• Engage with the customer at a technical level to understand the customer’s specific requirements
• Liaison between third parties to ensure product claims are verified
• Develop and execute presentations internally and to customers
• Provide assistance in estimating labour and material cost for quoting purposes as well as design suggestions/concept layouts
• Identify technical risks and their impact on the project to mitigate issues
• Participate in concept reviews, design kick offs and manufacturing reviews
• Travel to customer locations as required
• Always conduct oneself in a professional manner in alignment with Company values, including but not limited to language use, attire, and workmanship
• In accordance with company policy/ESA; overtime, work outside of regular hours, and being on call may be required at the discretion of the company
• All other duties as assigned