Job Description

The Application Specialist is responsible for working with sales in developing an applications roadmap by generating, tracking, and communicating quoting activities for new and existing customers. They will have in-depth technical and financial knowledge to thoroughly review customers ’RFQs or SOWs, develop application concepts and processes, generate cost models to support the project, and create and present quotation contents to customers. Thorough knowledge and working background in automation manufacturing, with excellent customer service skills and supplier relations skills including negotiating and follow-up. They should be well organized, detail-oriented, a self-starter, self-motivator, good communicator, team player, and able to resolve issues, manage time and prepare documents accurately.

Role and Responsibilities

- Supports Sales, Applications, Engineering, and internal quote reviews
- Reviews and validates customer RFQ and develops conceptual processes for the application
- Creates process charts and cycle time analysis, along with cost sheets and customer presentations
- Solicits third-party quotes and deliverables and technical information
- Creates conceptual layout and CAD models for 2D & 3D design and project kick-off
- Interfaces with project management and senior management for project kick-off




- Interfaces with customers
- Participates with senior management in the development of Linear Automation Inc. division
- Travel in North America required

Qualifications and Education Requirements

- Proficiency with computer software programs; Microsoft products, AutoCAD
- Automation experience preferred
- Strong organizational skills and communication skills
- Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize tasks with strict deadlines
- Good customer service skills
- Demonstrate time management skills
- Design experience with 2D & 3D CAD design an asset
- Experience in robotic simulation and robotic solutions
- Uses logic and reasoning to offer solutions to problems

To support our recruitment process, applications may be reviewed using AI-assisted screening tools. All hiring decisions are made by qualified members of our hiring team

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Advantages:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Barrie, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

📌 Applications Specialist (Barrie)
🏢 Linear Transfer Automation
📍 Barrie