Application Engineer

Company Overview:

Field is a family-owned global supplier of fasteners, "C" commodities, inventory management services, and technical support. We currently have locations in Rockford, IL (headquarters), Texas, South Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Mexico, and Taiwan. For over 30 years, Field has grown an average of 19% annually because of its dedication to lowering our customers overall cost and improving quality through a technical approach to fasteners. By joining Field, you will experience an exceptional culture built on Integrity, Commitment, Teamwork, Innovation, Flexibility, and Fun!  

Field was recognized by INC. magazine as one of the fastest growing privately owned companies in the USA. Field has been recognized nationally by Great Places to Work as one of the Best Small Companies in America, ranking #8 nationally among small companies and #5 nationally among manufacturing/production companies.  For several years, Field has been recognized locally by the Rockford Register Star as one of the top Employers in the area.

At Field, having a great culture is more than a priority – it’s everything. 

For more information about our culture and company, please watch this Culture Video. 

All full-time positions at Field are eligible for benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Life Coaching, paid Vacation, paid Holidays, paid Volunteer Time, quarterly Bonuses, and more! 

Visit our Careers page for a complete list of benefit offerings.

Position Summary:

This position will work directly with sales and engineering, Field customers and internal Field team members providing product and application knowledge, testing, presentations and other technical contributions. The qualified candidate has a strong mechanical engineering background coupled with a practical mechanical aptitude; is accustomed to working in a team environment; and is willing to embrace Field’s approach to providing technical support and solutions to our customers.  Knowledge of fasteners, fastener manufacturing, and fastening applications is necessary.

This position reports to: Engineering Manager

This position has direct reports: No

Location: Columbus, OH or REMOTE

FLSA Hourly/Salary: Starting Salary $75,000 - $85,000

• Commit to FIELD’s Mission Statement, Core Values, and Fieldamentals.
• Analyze problems, develop and present alternative solutions and influence eventual outcomes.
• Provide technical guidance to customers (both external and internal) regarding cost savings recommendations, redesigns of product/assemblies, quality-related information, and mechanical expertise.
• Use testing and machining equipment as needed to resolve problems and/or provide technical solutions.
• Demonstrate a willingness and ability to engage in ongoing formal training on fasteners and fastening to achieve desired results.
• Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers and suppliers and provide engineering information by answering questions and requests.  
• Work in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Utilize strong time management, analytical, and leadership skills with a commitment to being detail oriented.
• Be highly motivated, well organized, and results driven while working with limited direct supervision.
• Make effective presentations in order to communicate capabilities and results.
• Take on additional responsibilities and demonstrate flexibility in both work schedule and work environment based on business needs.
• Travel to support business activities between 25-50% which may include some overnight travel.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Polite and professional manner.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an engineering role.
• Understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Mechanical aptitude, mechanical hands-on/roll-up your sleeves/get dirty desire and experience.
• Customer interaction including presentations.
• Hands-on mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of fasteners is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; prior experience with CAD programs; Auto CAD, Solid Works or Pro/ENGINEER.

Field provides equal employment opportunities to all team members 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.