Software Applications Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin

INTRODUCTION

What You’ll Do

• Review customer inquiries and develop technical solutions that align with customer requirements and project objectives.
• Perform process calculations and equipment sizing to ensure system performance and compliance with specifications.
• Review customer specifications, identify technical requirements, and clearly define any exceptions.
• Develop technical specifications for purchased equipment and components.
• Define project scope and prepare cost estimates to support proposals and project execution.
• Develop Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for proposals and projects.
• Partner with designers to optimize equipment layouts and overall system design.
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations for technical compliance and scope completeness.
• Support customer discussions and provide technical guidance in collaboration with the Sales team.
• Provide process engineering support throughout project execution after order award.
• Troubleshoot process-related issues and support operational improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, product enhancements, design standardization, and cost reduction efforts.
• Utilize engineering tools including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, DraftSight, Visio, SAP, and related software to support project development.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience performing process calculations, equipment sizing, and process system design.
• Ability to develop and interpret P&IDs, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Experience supporting customer proposals, applications engineering, process design, or industrial equipment projects.
• Knowledge of industrial process equipment, fluid handling systems, air pollution control equipment, coating systems, or related technologies.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, DraftSight, Visio, SAP, or similar engineering software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with customers, suppliers, sales teams, and engineering colleagues.
• Experience supporting battery manufacturing, environmental systems, coating technologies, or capital equipment projects is preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Why Join Dürr?

• Help shape the future of electric vehicle and battery manufacturing.
• Work on innovative technologies supporting the global transition to sustainable transportation.
• Collaborate with industry-leading customers and a world-class engineering team.
• Gain exposure to advanced process technologies, automation, and manufacturing systems.
• Grow your career with a global leader known for engineering excellence and innovation.
• Be part of a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical expertise.

LOCATION

Dürr Systems, LLC has been present in the United States since 1970 and operates multiple locations across the United States, including facilities in Michigan and Wisconsin. The largest site is in Southfield, Michigan, which serves as the main center for operations. Dürr employs people across the country who support a wide range of market segments. Dürr Systems USA plans, builds, and installs complete, state-of-the-art paint shops and final assembly facilities, supported by DXQ, Dürr's digital products suite. The company also offers advanced automated painting, sealing, and gluing application technologies, as well as high-viscosity material handling solutions. In addition to serving the automotive industry, Dürr Systems provides premium application technology products for the general industry. In the field of electrode manufacturing, Dürr Systems enhances quality, cost efficiency, and speed to market lithium-ion battery electrode coating through its advanced development and manufacturing coating systems. Committed to innovation, excellence, and customized solutions, Dürr Systems addresses the diverse needs of its North American customers with precision and reliability.

Dürr Systems, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Note to all Staffing Agencies: Dürr has a team of dedicated Human Resources professionals who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors on an as needed basis. We do not accept resumes from agencies that are not on our preferred vendor list and have not signed our Recruiting and Permanent Placement Contract. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and Dürr will not be responsible for any placement fees associated with such candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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