Job Title: Applications Engineer Job Description This role involves initiating and performing technical activities that lead to the development of new or improved products, processes, or technologies. The position requires qualifying new sheeting solutions with existing customer processes, creating technical literature, and conducting customer site visits. Additionally, the engineer will work with digital printing technologies and mechanical equipment to produce license plates. Responsibilities + Evaluate new sheeting technologies with existing customer applications to improve processes and support product development. + Travel to customer sites, up to 50% of the time, to run field trials and assist customers in understanding and implementing company products. + Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, sales, and marketing teams to ensure customer needs are met. + Create technical literature, prepare reports, and presentations, and communicate findings both internally and externally. + Train customers and internal teams on the implementation of new technology. Essential Skills + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or a relevant scientific or engineering field from an accredited institution. + 2 – 3 years of experience as an Application Engineer or experience with Electromechanical engineering is preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply. + Digital printing experience with sheeting, printers, and inks is preferred. + Knowledge of process improvement methodology and effective utilization of information resources and systems. + Understanding of safety, health, and environmental policies. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Advanced analytical problem-solving skills. + Strong listening, reading, writing, and speaking abilities. + Interpersonal and team collaboration skills. + Customer relations and communication skills. + Innovation and negotiation capabilities. + Training and mentoring abilities. + Clear communication of product value and technical findings. Work Environment The position requires working with digital printing technologies and mechanical equipment. It involves frequent travel to customer sites, up to 50% of the time, to conduct field trials and training sessions. The role emphasizes teamwork and cross-functional collaboration within a dynamic and innovative environment. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.