Applications Engineer - LAM

Company Overview: We design, develop and manufacture case packers and tray packing solutions for flexible and other tough-to-handle packages such as stand up pouches, pillow bags, and four-sided sealed bags. Built for around-the-clock operation, these solutions have a worldwide reputation for their quick change-over, flexibility, speed, and comprehensive design. Our Integrated state-of-the-art technologies include gravity, pick and place, wrap-around, and vision-guided robotics. Position: We are currently seeking an Applications Engineer; this is a remote position located in the United States, with travel required. This position will have the responsibility to work exclusively with the Latin American and Mexico Sales Teams and/or local partners. Duties include but are not limited to: - Prepare proposals and technical documents for prospective clients regarding different technologies including design, pricing, and customer specifications. - Daily maintenance of CRM. - Maintain standard pricing structure. - Consult with the engineering department for non-standard applications. - Communicate with customers both internally and externally. - Communicate with suppliers. - Optimize product lines for specific technologies in regard to both cost and technical perspectives. This includes researching new technologies and advancements and implementing them as applicable. - Review customer specifications. - Represent BPA at relevant industry trade shows. - Travel up to 15% may be required. - Perform other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical design, mechanical design, or related discipline. - A combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration. - Spoken and written fluency in the Spanish and English languages is required. - Spoken and written fluency in Portuguese is preferred. - AutoCAD required. - Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office products including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. - Experience with ABB and Fanuc robots preferred. - Experience with AB control platforms preferred. - Strong organizational and planning skills. - Strong problem-solving and attention to detail. - Self-starter with a strong work ethic. - Forward-thinking - Strong networking capabilities to foster the ability to build and maintain long-term relationships. - Strong customer service orientation. - Applicants must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities. - At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. - BPA prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive an employment offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and a background check. Benefits and EEO: - BPA offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. - In addition, we offer a robust benefits package including a majority employer-paid employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability; 20 days’ PTO during the first year of employment, as well as 401(k) with a 6% match. - BPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.