Lead Applications Engineer

Company As one of the world's leading manufacturers of slewing bearings, thyssenkrupp rothe erde leads the way. We develop solutions for the most diverse applications which all have something in common: They transcend the ordinary. From exploring the universe, the sourcing of raw material in the open sea, through to mine or tunnel excavations deep under the earth - our products help turn visions into reality and ensure projects around the world are successful under the most difficult conditions. Rothe Erde consists of around 6,000 employees who represent different lifestyles and cultures. Despite this diversity, we are united by a common identity: we are one team. We strengthen each other through close collaboration, continuous learning and joint development. We believe in fairness. We respect each other and maintain open communication. We keep our word and put our promises into practice. This framework of values unites us and makes us successful. Your responsibilities Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 (based on experience) POSITION SUMMARY: Create, select, and review slewing ring bearing designs in accordance with customer requests. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Analyze and clarify customer inquiries based on the application, load data and customer specifications, and existing production capabilities. - Select existing product designs or create custom bearing designs to suit customer applications and tkre USA's internal requirements for design, engineering, and safety standards. - Perform load, raceway, gear, bolt, and stress calculations using company and third-party software. - Perform drawing comparisons. - Understand production capabilities, applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM) best practices to application reviews. Continually seek to improve designs for manufacturability - Prepare proposal drawings using CAD software (Autodesk products) and drawing automation tools. - Call for and facilitate cross-departmental Design Review Team meetings as required. - Assure timely completion and completeness of all technical reviews and follow-ups to customer technical inquiries. - Present technical proposals to and discuss technical details with the customer. When deemed necessary, travel to the customer's site for presentation and discussion with customer in person. - Maintain customer inquiry information, technical calculations, drawings, internal design requirements, customer correspondence and inquiry status information in company electronic record-keeping systems. - Support continuous improvement activities. - Confer with supervisor regarding departmental issues or technical reviews requiring special approval or guidance. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or similar Engineering discipline from a four-year college or university or 4 years related experience and/or training in product design or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Computer experience using CAD programs (such as Inventor and AutoCAD) and using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word & PowerPoint). - SAP experience a plus. - Excel VBA, Visual Studo (C#/.Net Framework) experience a plus. EXPORT CONTROL: This position requires access to export-controlled technical data or technology. Employment is contingent upon thyssenkrupp's ability to obtain any required export authorization from the appropriate government agency or agencies. Your profile The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfa