Applications EngineerA Tool Manufacturing Firm is looking for an Applications Engineer in Albany, NY. The Applications Engineer will reviews customers' technical needs and assists engineers in developing specific product/service solutions to meet these needs. The Applications Engineer also estimates project costs and consults with Sales on routine technical matters, ensuring that proposed solutions can be integrated with current systems and equipment.Responsibilities:Conduct applications engineering necessary to satisfy customer needsRead and interpret specifications and plan drawings, confirm suitability of intended application, and correctly apply applicable industry standardsConvert design concepts into manufacturing drawings using AutoCAD or Inventor 3D solid modeling softwareAssist in resolving problems that arise during and after implementationImplement the use of new technologies, cost saving techniques/materials, and improved safety features on equipment designsVisualize layouts and designsAssist in development and continual improvement of processes and proceduresCreate an attainable project schedule that works within the customer's timeframe and satisfactionOccasional travel (domestic and international) may be requiredRequired Skills:Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Project Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering, or Project Engineering Technology, or related discipline and 3-5 years increasingly responsible engineering experience in related fieldMust be a person of integrity and be driven to continuous improvementMust be able to work both individually with minimal supervision and as part of a team on various projectsMust have the ability to work against and meet strict deadlinesMust have experience in manufacturing processes, machine tools, tolerancing, and materialsKnowledgeable in hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, lubrication, and fabricationsMust be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously; must be able to switch from one project to another with little or no re-orientation necessaryBenefits: Great Benefits!