Handling Specialty Looking for Applications Specialist – Grimsby, ON Career Opportunity at Grimsby, ON Full Time

Applications Specialist – Grimsby, ON

Handling Specialty is exclusively dedicated to the custom design and manufacture of material handling systems for demanding applications. We are considered the premier source for engineered-to-order lifting, tilting, rotating and traversing equipment for clients seeking innovative solutions, exceptional professional support, world class credentials and unmatched experience. For more than 50 years, we have been providing solutions in a wide range of industries including, Automotive, Aerospace and Defense, Entertainment, Rail, and Factory Automation.

Handling Specialty is seeking Full-Time Applications Specialist to join our growing team.

Why Join Handling Specialty?

• Competitive compensation
• Permanent Full-time work
• Paid Vacation time
• Yearly Work boot allowance
• Health Benefits, with Company Pension Plan with no employee contributions required.
• Wellness committee with the focus on Mental Health
• Social committee; company Holiday Parties, BBQ’s
• Opportunities for international Travel, and to work with exciting Clients.

Position Description:

• Review customer RFP’s, drawings, control documentation and other applicable specifications
• Generate concept drawings, cost estimates and compliance documentation
• Interact with the customer for the purpose of defining scope, obtaining specifications pertinent to the project and clarifying questions they may have with the proposal, if necessary, in conjunction with sales staff.
• Interact with vendors concerning part and/or assembly quotations required for the estimate
• Support sales to engineering kick off meetings to ensure a smooth transition of information.
• Support engineering and production to ensure the intended scope is followed
• Ability to review and resolve technical design issues during the manufacturing build stage.
• Interpersonal and communication strengths, able to work individually and as part of a team
• Able to work from home, remote work maybe required. A home office with computer and stable, unlimited, highspeed internet connection.
• Experience with ZOOM Meetings and Chat
• Adherence to company COVID policies.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Five (5) years experience as an Applications / Estimator in custom automation, material handling or heavy industry or,
• Minimum Seven (7) years experience as Senior designer of custom one off hydraulic and/or electro-mechanical systems
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering Technologist.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng), or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T) considered an asset but not required
• Solid Modeling skills (SolidWorks), AutoCAD 2D skills
• Expert use of Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Project
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills, sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex technical documents
• Ability to write presentations and reports
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy

Handling Specialty is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process for needs that are made known. We welcome applications from all interested and qualified individuals; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.