Pre-Sales / Applications Engineer

The Pre‑Sales / Applications Engineer develops detailed technical proposals for complex automation and assembly equipment and supports the sales team in presenting system concepts to customers. This position plays a critical role in the growth and stability of Mikron by helping to secure new projects while ensuring that systems are both technically feasible and commercially viable.

Job Responsibilities

1. Evaluation of Customer Requests for Quotation (RFQs)

• Review customer URS, drawings, 3D models, and components to create assembly machine concepts based on Mikron’s automation platforms.
• Work with Key Account Managers and the Applications Engineering Manager to define customer requirements and sales strategy.
• Provide design‑for‑assembly guidance to improve product manufacturability.

2. System Concepting and Proposal Preparation

• Develop detailed automation system concepts for assembly processes.
• Collaborate with internal engineering specialists to resolve technical questions and ensure accurate concept development and pricing.
• Create 2D AutoCAD layouts and 3D Inventor models to support the sales and quotation process.
• Specify third‑party equipment and obtain supplier pricing.
• Prepare complete cost estimates as the basis for quotation.
• Build technical PowerPoint presentations and comprehensive proposal documents, including scope, system description, pricing, timeline, and commercial terms.
• Participate in internal review meetings to validate technical content and costing.

3. Technical Support for Sales

• Maintain regular communication with customers during the proposal phase.
• Collaborate with engineering colleagues as needed.
• Present solutions to customers as part of the Sales team.
• Support Key Account Managers during sales calls by providing detailed automation expertise.

4. Support to Operations

• Handover of the awarded project to Operations during project kick off.
• Act as a consultant throughout the project phase and collect feedback for continuous improvement of quotation accuracy.

5. Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain proposal records, key decision points, and milestones.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvements within the Applications Engineering department.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum 2 years of engineering experience with a mechanical focus.

• Possess strong knowledge in factory automation, preferably in automotive, electronics, and/or medical/pharmaceutical equipment manufacturing.

Skills

• Skill user of AutoCAD and 3D CAD (Inventor preferred; SolidWorks or Creo acceptable), PDM/PLM systems, Salesforce (preferred).

• Customer‑oriented mindset and strong communication skills.

• Good command of MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.).

Languages

• Good command of English.

Remuneration

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including AWS, performance bonuses, medical and dental benefits and additional perks.

Singaporean /PRs only. Immediate availability.