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Application Engineer
Posted on Wednesday, November 04, 2009

Opportunity

This unique position requires a hybrid of sales and engineering skills and will be responsible for the development of new customers and sales growth opportunities for our products in the pump industry.  This individual will be responsible for introducing our custom products to very technically savvy customers and managing the accounts for longer term business growth.

Primary Responsibilities

·        Marketing our innovative designs and engineering solutions to meet and exceed both customer’s expectations and company’s sales growth objectives.

·        Working through design, engineering and technical issues with customers to develop the best solution for the situation; assist with drive and component selection, including gears, bearings, seals, materials, testing and manufacturing processes.

·        Securing new, profitable business by preparing cost estimates and written commercial and technical proposals.

·        Managing new and existing key accounts and coordinating efforts with both inside and outside sales as well as direct customer contact.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

·        Bachelors or Masters of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering

·        Minimum of 7 years experience in the power transmission field, with emphasis on pumps, pumping systems and the industries they serve.  Activities must include product design and development, as well as exposure to sales and marketing aspects of those products.  Experience with high-speed components and analysis of fluid and rotor dynamics a plus.

·        Strong analytical, problem solving and computer skills to include working knowledge with Microsoft Office and Solid Works 3-D CAD software.

·        Working knowledge and understanding with API, AGMA, ANSI and other industry relevant standards.

·        Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to work independently and within a team environment to complete assignments.

·        Strong planning and organization skills, ability to multi-task, focus on accomplishing long term goals and producing deliverables to satisfy business objectives.

·        Willingness to travel as required, to both customer and user offices and installed job sites.

·        Self-motivated with a strong business acumen.

Job Details

·        Anticipated Title: Application/Sales Engineer

·        Location: The Horsburgh & Scott Co., Cleveland, Ohio, USA – office

·        We offer a comprehensive and competitive salary and benefit package

Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/H/V

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Jobs » Cleveland

Vice President of Manufacturing
Posted on Tuesday, February 02, 2010


Position Summary The VP of Manufacturing reports to the President and is responsible for the direction, planning and execution of the company’s manufacturing operations at two Cleveland, Ohio plant locations. Responsibilities & Functional Requirements • Ensure the company's manufacturing capabilities meet or exceed all customer requirements...deliver on time to customer specifications • Develop and encourage best practices for operational excellence / continuous improvement within the manufacturing function and with all cross functional interfaces....measure and drive performance of manufacturing-based KPI's • Motivate, train, develop and recruit a highly productive salaried and hourly workforce...bring out the best in our people. • Enhance the company's "flex" capacity via balanced make vs buy decision making....quick response to the competitive landscape of our make-to-order project and repair businesses. • Plan, initiate and implement Capital Expenditure projects that are consistent with the company's strategic intent and need for cost, quality and speed competitiveness. • Lead the company's plant safety and compliance programs...communication, measurement and training. • Be a key boundary-less member of the company's senior leadership team...responsible for production planning, cost estimating, manufacturing engineering, manufacturing and quality functions. Skills/Qualifications • A minimum of 10 years experience in operational / manufacturing management in both make-to-order and flow production environments. • BS in Engineering - Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred. Advanced degrees viewed favorably. • Hands-on knowledge of and successful experiences with utilizing best practice manufacturing methods and procedures including lean and six-sigma. • Strong personal values... unyielding integrity, self starter and team player committed to making a positive difference everyday • Strong leadership traits... excellent work ethic, ability to energize associates to higher performance standards and ability to communicate in large and small groups up and down the organization. • Solid business / financial acumen... good understanding of profit and loss statements, cash flow and associated key ratios. Send cover letter and detailed resume to: Hr-info@horsburgh-scott.com or Human Resources, Horsburgh & Scott Co., 5114 Hamilton Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114 Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/H/V Submit e-mail attachments only in PDF format

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