Manufacturing Solutions Engineer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and deliver effective customer presentations based on VPSS study data and findings.
• Collaborate with Sales and Product Specialists to build tailored proposals using Amada's marketing information and product knowledge.
• Present VPSS study results to customers in person and through virtual meetings.
• Lead sales teams during on-site VPSS data collection at customer facilities.
• Assist sales teams in gathering and processing information for VPSS projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by helping develop new processes and procedures.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilize Amada software products in support of VPSS and sales initiatives.

DEGREE/BACKGROUND: Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent hands-on fabrication experience.

PROCESS IMPROVEMENT EXPERTISE: Familiarity with industrial engineering concepts such as line balancing, cycle time optimization, value stream mapping (VSM), and Lean Manufacturing.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Background in the sheet metal industry and related manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of Amada's product line and applications.
• Familiarity with Amada's sales procedures and workflows.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to learn and apply new software products.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate sheet metal processes and align them with Amada product solutions.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional travel to support VPSS projects and Amada initiatives.

PAY STRUCTURE:

• Annually Salary $60,000.00
• Eligible for bonuses/commission

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to manager.

SUBORDINATE STAFF:
None

MENTAL ABILITIES:

1. Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with team members and customers.
2. Ability to accept and follow instructions, while working independently most of the time.
3. Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude.
4. Ability to adapt in a growing department and organization.