Jr. Sales Application Engineer

<strong>At Senneca, we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of the innovators that created our brands from traffic doors, to cold storage doors to fiberglass doors and beyond. We are committed to exceeding our customers&rsquo; expectations and to provide doors that offer safety and protection to our customers&rsquo; most important assets&hellip;people, products, capital investments and processes.</strong>

Salt Lake City, UT

Senneca Holdings

<strong>Senneca Holdings is a diversified management and holding company whose companies are focused on the specialty door industry. Senneca oversees the operations of its companies, allocates resources among them, and helps to improve the performance of its operations. Senneca seeks out acquisition opportunities that strengthen our position in a business segment as well as companies that will diversify our portfolio of specialty doors.<br /><br /><em>Note: You will always speak directly with a Senneca team member before receiving any offer of employment. Senneca will never extend a job offer without a formal interview process.</em><br /></strong> https://senneca.com/

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Full Time

Overview: <p>We are searching for an experienced Jr. Sales Application Engineer at our&nbsp;Salt Lake City, UT&nbsp;facility.&nbsp;<br /><br /></p> <p><strong>What we offer:</strong>&nbsp;<br /><br />Our company offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid life insurance; short-term and long-term disability; flexible spending accounts (FSA); health savings accounts (HSA); three weeks of paid time off (PTO); parental leave; 9 paid holidays; various optional benefits; and a 401(k) plan with a company match. We also provide career development opportunities, tuition assistance, and a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming culture making it one of the best in the industry.<br /><br /></p> <p><strong>Position Summary:</strong> <br /><br /></p> <p>The Junior Sales Application Engineer supports the design and development of customer projects by assisting in the preparation of drawings, bills of materials, and proposals. This role works closely with Sales and senior engineering team members to learn product applications, systems, and processes while contributing to project execution and customer support. Customer interaction at this level is limited and primarily observational or guided, with the goal of developing foundational skills for future customer-facing responsibilities.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Support design and execution of client projects under guidance of SAE or Sr. SAE.</li> <li>Assist in preparation of installation drawings, layouts, and technical documentation.</li> <li>Support development of bills of materials, quotes, and proposals.</li> <li>Collaborate with Sales and internal teams to support project timelines.</li> <li>Learn product lines, applications, and design standards.</li> <li>Assist in resolving basic project issues and discrepancies.</li> <li>Support continuous improvement initiatives including 5S and waste elimination.</li> <li>Participate in customer meetings alongside Sales or senior engineers for learning and development purposes.</li> <li>Support site visits, measurements, and installation activities as directed.</li> <li>All other duties as assigned.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <p><strong>SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:</strong><strong> <br /><br /></strong></p> <ul> <li>Comply with all OSHA, and company safety policies, procedures and requirements.</li> <li>Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.</li> <li>Attend scheduled safety training.</li> <li>Actively support the organization&rsquo;s efforts to meet or exceed safety goals and plans.</li> <li>Recommend improved safety practices.</li> <li>Practices safe work habits and follows general safety procedures such as proper lifting and bending, ergonomics, proper use of equipment and use of personal protection equipment (PPE).</li> <li>Adheres to and ensures lockout procedures are followed any time the equipment is being cleaned or maintained.</li> </ul> <br /> <p><strong>PRODUCT SAFETY AND QUALITY:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Responsible for supporting and complying with the company&rsquo;s Integrated Management System, which aligns with ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and ISO 45001 (Health and Safety) standards.</li> <li>Promotes a culture of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility by following established IMS procedures aligned with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards.<br /> </li> </ul> <p><strong>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:<br /><br /></strong>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<br /><br /></p> <ul> <li>Some college coursework, Associate degree, or higher education in an engineering or technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant hands-on experience.</li> <li>0 to 2 years of experience in CAD, drafting, or technical role.</li> <li>Basic knowledge of SolidWorks or similar CAD software.</li> <li>Understanding of drafting principles.</li> <li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.</li> <li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Strong communication and willingness to learn.</li> </ul> <p><strong>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</strong></p> <ul> <li>This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</li> <li>Occasional walking and standing in a manufacturing environment may be required.</li> <li>Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.</li> <li>Regular use of office equipment, including computers, phones, printers, and scanners.</li> <li>May require occasional visits to the production floor, where safety precautions such as PPE may be necessary.<br /> The work environment is primarily an office setting, with some exposure to manufacturing areas that may include noise, machinery, and temperature fluctuations.</li> </ul> <p>The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.</p>