Applications Engineering Specialist (Hybrid)

Job overview

The Applications Engineering Specialist role is hybrid in Lexington, KY, with compensation of $50–$64 per hour. The role is part of BOS Innovations’ Engineering department, supporting industrial automation solutions for manufacturing customers. The specialist partners with sales, customers, suppliers, and engineering colleagues to develop automation concepts and detailed quotations. By analyzing production processes, estimating project costs and materials, and helping present solutions, the role supports new business and improves the team’s quoting practices.

What you'll do

• Review customer requirements and documents
• analyze production processes
• develop mechanical concepts and estimated bills of materials at cell and station levels
• coordinate with customers, suppliers, and BOS engineering
• estimate time and material costs
• prepare and present quotations
• support sales presentations, site visits, project kickoffs, and concept reviews
• maintain quote files and timesheets
• improve team standards, tools, and processes
• research automation technologies
• train and mentor employees.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

applications engineering specialist

hybrid

lexington ky

bos innovations

industrial automation

mechanical concepts

solidworks

bill of materials

cost estimation

customer quotations

manufacturing processes

$50–$64/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Annual profit sharing
• 401(k) with employer match
• extended health and dental plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• leadership and mentorship programs
• career planning
• advancement opportunities
• staff events and recognition programs.

Why this role

Hybrid arrangement; requires a relevant engineering or technical degree/diploma, 4+ years of related experience, and SolidWorks proficiency. Customer-site travel may be required.

About the employer

BOS Innovations is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.