Applications Eng Sr
Company: MTS Systems
Location: Saint Cloud
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Company Description* SMART PEOPLE * SMART IDEAS * SMART CHOICEA
thriving environment for learning, innovation and growth.Why do so
many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career?
Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity,
work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive
impact on people's lives. It is a place where you can learn,
innovate and grow professionally.Transforming what's possible with
cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials -
this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it's a rewarding
career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard,
think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges
for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in
their respective industries.By joining MTS, you'll have access to
the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of
colleagues who are passionate about their work. You'll discover a
dynamic culture of continuous improvement that extends to our
people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and
advance your career. And because we are a global company, your work
may also include world travel.Job DescriptionIdeal candidate will
have experience in Material Strength TestingWill have worked using
Test Machines Closed Loop ControlWill be able to conduct tests and
explain the test resultsWill have experience working with a wide
range of customersWill have both business acumen and technical
expertisePrimary Objective: To provide pre-sales technical support
and leadership. Creates MTS value by leading the translation of
customer requirements into a proposed technical solution. Serves as
the technical resource on MTS standard, aftermarket, and/or custom
product testing applications.Major Areas of Accountability:1.
Provides technical qualification criteria to Sales regarding
systems, according to established standards. May provide guidance
to Sales on technically complex sales leads.2. Gathers information
to thoroughly understand the customer's technical requirements,
specifications and needs. Establishes technical credibility with
the prospective customer.Defines prospect's technical
problems.Converts prospect's desired solutions into specifications
and requirements.Evaluates technical content and provides
recommendations regarding cost and risk of pursuit.3. Directly, or
through a technical pursuit team, creates proposed solutions
demonstrating MTS' value to the prospective customer.Ensures
concept design, feasibility assessments, cost estimates, and other
elements of the solution are well-understood and completed in a
timely manner. Assists Sales in demonstrations, prototypes,
reference cases, etc. to help MTS and the prospective customer
understand the solution as it is being developed.May supply
value-added external solution, where appropriate. Provides
technical content for the proposal and provides it to the selling
team. Conducts risk analysis, risk mitigation plan and communicates
appropriatelyProvide input on pricing and sales strategy based on
market knowledgeProvide acceptance criteria or commissioning
statement.4. Responsible for a clean hand-off on new projects to
Operations. May participate in design reviews of an engineered
system with the customer to finalize all details.5. Plans and
conducts effective customer presentations, as required, in
partnership with Sales.6. Participates in negotiations, as
required, by providing input on the technical aspects of the
proposed solution.Guides customer through the technical solution,
if needed.7. May assist in conceiving, refining and implementing
marketing tools/techniques (brochures, video, trade shows, etc.)
used to promote products and capabilities8. Participates in
professional societies and society committees to stay informed of
latest testing trends, to build MTS industry knowledge and to
influence testing standards, as applicable.9. Other duties as
assigned.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Education: BS degree
in engineering/technical discipline or equivalent work experience.
4 year degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or
Materials ScienceExperience: 5+ years of progressively demanding
technical experienceThis is a global role, with expected travel
averaging 5%-20%, domestic and international.Preferred
Qualifications:Solution Creation: Demonstrated ability to develop
and propose concepts and test methodologies in established MTS area
of expertiseTechnical Pursuit Leadership: Demonstrated ability to
manage assigned ETO solutions. May be assigned to custom
opportunities. Leads assigned technical pursuit team through
solution creation.Technical Aptitude and Decision Making: Ability
to frame problem statements, identify solution criteria and
evaluate alternative features and/or trade-offs to create complex
system solutions.IND123#LI-CRAdditional InformationAll your
information will be kept confidential according to EEO
guidelines.ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our
colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create
workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to
their full potential.As an equal employment opportunity employer,
ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment
for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing
through all aspects of the employment relationship.All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion,
national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any
other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or
local laws.
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