Applications Engineer | ITS
About this role
Link Copied Reporting to the Senior Proposals Manager, you will be responsible for producing detailed technical solutions and proposals, ranging from PLC and SCADA systems through to complete turnkey solutions. You will work closely with customers and sales teams to understand project requirements and develop high-quality proposals that meet and exceed expectations. The role requires strong attention to detail, commercial awareness and excellent written communication skills. You will also manage quotation cost spreadsheets, obtain supplier pricing and liaise with specialist engineering teams to ensure that accurate costs, timescales and engineering requirements are included within each tender. This role would ideally suit someone with an engineering background or experience working for a systems integrator who is looking to transition into an applications engineering or solution architect position. What you’ll be doing: Producing technical proposals for PLC and SCADA systems, system upgrades, training, Service Level Agreements, digital solutions, Management Information Systems, manpower support projects and full turnkey solutions Developing initial engineering concepts and accurately estimating proposed solutions Preparing detailed quotations, tenders and supporting technical documentation Creating quotation cost spreadsheets covering hardware, software and engineering components Working closely with customers and sales teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of project requirements Obtaining pricing from suppliers and liaising with engineering departments to confirm accurate timescales and resource requirements Supporting the internal approval process with Project Managers, the Head of Operations and Company Directors Travelling to customer sites to undertake technical site visits where required Responding promptly to customer requirements and maintaining strong, professional relationships Developing practical, commercially viable solutions that meet and exceed client expectations What we’re looking for: A background in engineering, automation, process control systems or systems integration A good understanding of PLC and SCADA systems Knowledge of Management Information Systems or Manufacturing Execution Systems would be beneficial Control systems and automation experience is highly desirable Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of commercial contracts Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Strong written and verbal communication skills Effective time management, organisation and planning abilities A proactive, self-motivated approach and a positive “can do” attitude A commitment to solution selling and meeting client requirements Experience working within regulated industries is highly desirable Previous experience in sales, proposals or CRM systems such as Salesforce would be advantageous, but is not essential Flexibility and a willingness to develop new skills Why join ITS Ltd? Opportunity to work on varied, technically challenging projects Be part of a close knit and collaborative team of engineers A chance to make a tangible difference and be part of our exciting future We have a very supportive leadership team who promote career progression Competitive salary and benefits package Job Application First Name* Last Name* Email Address* Phone Number* Upload CV & Cover Letter (Max 2mb) BROWSE FILES I would also like to recieve newsletters from ITS. Please see our privacy policy for details of how we will use your information and keep it safe and secure. SUBMIT How can we help you? Get in touch today!
What this role is, and what else it is called
Employers in Sheffield advertise this kind of work as Ramco Innovations™ Application Engineer, Software Engineer – Sheffield, Software Engineering and Junior Programmer too, so it is worth searching more than one wording. It is a mid-level Software Engineering role in Sheffield, advertised as on-site.
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