Database Engineer jobs in Lancaster, PA

At VAL-CO we work together as a global leader in providing innovative, value-focused products and services to the poultry, livestock and horticultural industries. We believe in all that we do by valuing people, integrity, quality, profitability, and stewardship. VAL-CO recognizes the importance and value of our employees and their families, and our customers and vendors. Each of their contributions are an integral part of the company's overall success.

We are currently seeking an Application Engineer to add to our team! The Application Engineer is an individual contributor with individual responsibility and decision-making requirements. The position reports to a supervisor or manager and is not a function that involves
supervision of others. The role is expected to apply Engineering knowledge and judgment to accurately
specify products and systems. This person must understand and effectively communicate technical
information and principles to ensure a customer experience consistent with company business goals and
core values.

How you'll make a difference:
• Developing and maintaining technical expertise and knowledge of all products and industries
served.
• Developing and maintaining a detailed and high level of technical expertise and knowledge of
specific assigned product lines and their application.
• Thinking analytically and creatively to develop viable technical solutions using Valco equipment
to provide complete system solutions.
• Developing system quotes using Engineering criteria and simulation analysis.
• Performing engineering calculations to verify technical feasibility of solutions.
• Providing accurate specifications for equipment and building systems in quotes and proposals.
• Creating quotes using text, calculations, bills of materials, simulations, drawings, and other tools
to clearly explain and professionally present Valco equipment solutions.
• Communicating with Sales to assure the integrity of quotes that are presented to customers.
• Communicating with Supervisor, Manager, or Senior Application Engineers to assure the
integrity of Engineering information used to prepare quotes.

And more!

Requirements:

• Minimum of two-year technical degree in a related field or equivalent experience; four-your Engineering degree preferred
• 3 years of relevant field experience with mechanical and electrical systems
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office
• Proficiency with at least one design software platform (SolidWorks or AutoCAD preferred)
• Ability to read, interpret, and create blueprints/schematics/engineering drawings
• Ability to travel overnight to customer locations including international travel
• Must be self-motivated and work with little or no supervision

What we offer:

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision available 1st of the month after first 30 days; 401(k) with company match; Paid holidays floating holiday; Paid time off personal day; Life insurance; Company provided Short Term Disability after 1 year; Other voluntary benefits - supplemental Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance