Applications Engineering Specialist

BOS Innovations Inc.

. Follow Sales processes to create quotations and win business for BOS .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeLexington • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering and Automation, with a strong focus on developing technical concepts, quotations, and cost estimates for engineered automation solutions. Proven ability to analyze customer production processes and implement effective automation strategies while fostering relationships with key stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering DegreeSolidWorks ProficiencyIndustrial Automation Systems KnowledgeApplications Engineering ExperienceAnalytical Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Mechanical DesignAutomation StrategiesEstimated BOM DevelopmentTechnical Concept DevelopmentCost EstimationManufacturing Process AnalysisCustom Machine DesignRFQ ReviewProject Time EstimationSupplier Assessment

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationRelationship BuildingCollaborationMentoringProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Applications EngineeringSystems IntegrationCustom MachineryManufacturing ProcessesAutomation SolutionsTechnical SpecificationsCustomer-Focused SolutionsProject Kick-OffsProcess ImprovementACE Principle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Follow Sales processes to create quotations and win business for BOS
Review applications and develop professionally packaged quotations
Analyze customer production processes and develop improved automation strategies
Review RFQs, scopes of work, equipment specifications, standards, product designs, and past equipment history
Lead site visits and application reviews
Develop mechanical design concepts and estimated BOMs at cell and station levels
Coordinate with customer technical counterparts and build relationships with key influencers
Develop supplier RFQs and assess technical capabilities and costs
Collaborate with BOS Engineering to develop optimal concepts
Analyze and estimate project time and material requirements for accurate costing
Present quotes internally and externally to explain concepts and validate budgets
Support sales presentations and customer/prospect tours of BOS
Attend project kickoffs and concept reviews
Complete daily timesheets and weekly expense reports
Organize and manage quote folders and files
Review past projects and quotes to identify improvements
Develop and improve team standards, methods, processes, tools, and systems
Identify quoting and process inefficiencies and implement solutions
Research new technologies and maintain knowledge of automated products and applications
Train and mentor BOS employees
Escalate problems using the ACE principle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field
4+ years of experience in applications engineering, mechanical design, automation, systems integration, or custom machinery
Proficiency in SolidWorks with experience developing mechanical concepts, layouts, and estimated bills of materials (BOMs) for automation projects
Strong understanding of industrial automation systems, manufacturing processes, and custom machine design
Experience reviewing customer specifications and developing technical concepts, quotations, and cost estimates for engineered automation solutions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate manufacturing processes and develop practical, customer-focused automation solutions
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams
Willingness to travel to customer sites for application reviews, quote presentations, project kick-offs, and other business needs as required
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America
Able to travel to Canada as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base compensation
Annual profit sharing
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Flexible extended health and dental plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Leadership and mentorship programs
Career planning and goal setting
Internal advancement opportunities
Staff appreciation lunches & socials
Bi-annual company events
Employee recognition programs