Application and Design Engineer

RMH Systems is looking for an Applications & Design Engineer, to work alongside our Sales and Engineering team to develop generalized system & machine CAD layouts, proposed budgets (hours & material/equipment costs), and write concise technical documents (system overviews, proposed statements of work, and system sequence of operations). The Applications & Design Engineer is a key position in developing custom industrial automated systems, primarily in the material handling and packaging industries. This position could work in any of the following offices: Bellevue, Nebraska; Waukee, Iowa; Chicago, Illinois; or New Brighton or Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Interact daily with potential customers and RMH sales team to develop system designs & proposals that encompass what our customer requires.
• Assist sales team in the sales process with customers.
• Create a cost breakdown of equipment and estimates for the equipment RMH Systems will utilize and integrate into the system.
• Collaborate with the sales and engineering teams to create a high-level system layout (2D and/or 3D CAD) including equipment specifications.
• Assist in determining and gathering internal and external resources required for the project.
• Create a general functional design and review project criteria to ensure the proposed system can meet the customer’s requirements.
• Work with vendors to specify necessary equipment & options for the proposed system.
• Present concepts and budgets to our customers and internal teams clearly and concisely.
• Engage with customers, sales, project managers, and vendors to create the final system CAD drawing, dimensioning, and detailing of the purchased system for installation purposes.
• Manage multiple projects & proposals at different stages of the quoting process.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in an engineering field, or 3 years of experience in a similar industry, preferably related to sales/quoting/designing in the automation, robotics, material handling, and/or packaging industries.
• General knowledge of material handling, packaging, and automation systems design (Process Flow, Mechanical Design Requirements, Controls Design Requirements).
• Ability to brainstorm and concept unique solutions with RMH Engineers and vendors.
• 2D AutoCAD & 3D CAD Experience – AutoDesk Inventor experience a plus
• Strong communication skills with the ability to write clear and concise technical documents describing the proposed automated system.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Word/Outlook/PowerPoint
• Travel to customer sites and other RMH Systems locations to meet potential customers and assist in sales calls, up to 25% travel (primarily day trips).
• Valid Driver’s License required and must be eligible to drive per respective state law based on office location.

BENEFITS:

• Insurance coverage – medical with traditional plan or high deductible with HSA, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts for medical and childcare
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO

At RMH, we recognize that diverse teams make the strongest teams, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. For 8 consecutive years, RMH Systems has been recognized as a “Top Places to Work” by the Des Moines Register for producing an admirable corporate culture with minimal turnover, and a fun, yet challenging, work environment. For more information, visit rmhsystems.com. Check out our “about us” section and videos.

RMH conducts pre-employment drug tests. RMH Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.