Posted 2 months ago
Application Engineer
@ Altis
Brampton, Ontario
Overview
Altis is hiring an Application Engineering Specialist for an established Canadian manufacturer of electrical equipment for utility and industrial customers in Brampton, ON. The role interprets customer technical requirements, recommends products, prepares quotations and supports sales, with on-site work and a possible remote day after training. Pay includes base salary plus bonus and profit sharing.
Pay:
$75,000–$90,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Review customer specifications and technical requirements
- Prepare quotations and cost models
- Recommend standard or customized product solutions
- Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality and Manufacturing
- Provide technical guidance to Sales
Requirements summary:
- 3 to 5 years application engineering or technical inside sales experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
- Strong Microsoft Excel and Office skills
- Excellent English communication skills
- Switchgear experience is an asset
- JDE or Salesforce experience is an asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-17
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-11
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Sales |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | references |
| Encouraged to apply | Women, Racialized people, Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus |
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Altis
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Full company description
Since 1989, Altis has been a Canadian staffing leader and is one of Canada’s largest independent staffing firms, connecting top talent to meaningful work across industries and sectors. More than just your staffing firm, we’re your staffing partner. Our specialized, expert recruiters consult with you to understand your sector and specific talent needs, and then source the most qualified candidates, from entry-level to executive management, at the most competitive rates. Every year, we place more than 4,000 experienced candidates nationwide, fueling our clients’ businesses while building careers worth celebrating.
- LinkedIn followers
- 289,738
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 269
- Reported office locations
- 102 Bank St, Suite 300, Ottawa, ON K1P 5N4, CA
- 330 Bay Street, Suite 700, Toronto, ON M5H 2S8, CA
- 905 West Pender St, Suite 405, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 1L6, CA
- Other recorded names
- Altis
- Specialties
- staffing
- recruitment
- IT staffing
- F&A staffing
- and Administration & Support staffing
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- Yes
Since 1989, Altis has been a Canadian staffing leader and is one of Canada’s largest independent staffing firms, connecting top talent to meaningful work across industries and sectors. More than just your staffing firm, we’re your staffing partner. Our specialized, expert recruiters consult with you to understand your sector and specific talent needs, and then source the most qualified candidates, from entry-level…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Staffing and Recruiting |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, ON |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1989 |
| Specialties | staffingrecruitmentIT staffingF&A staffingand Administration & Support staffing |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 410 |
| View page |
Location: Brampton, ON (On-site, with the opportunity to transition to 1 remote day per week after training)
Language: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required
Background Check Requirement: References and background check required as part of the hiring process
About the Opportunity
Join an established Canadian manufacturer that designs and produces electrical equipment for utility and industrial customers. As an Application Engineering Specialist, you'll support customers by interpreting technical requirements, recommending product solutions, preparing quotations, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver high-quality service.
You'll work closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, and Sales while developing expertise across a diverse product portfolio. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical problem-solving with customer interaction.
What's In It for You
Competitive base salary plus bonus and profit sharing
Structured onboarding and mentorship from experienced colleagues and leadership
Exposure to cross-functional projects that support long-term career growth
A collaborative culture that values knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and professional development
Your Responsibilities
You'll review customer specifications and determine the technical and commercial requirements for each application.
You'll prepare accurate quotations and cost models while recommending standard or customized product solutions.
You'll collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing to ensure customer requirements are met.
You'll provide technical guidance to the Sales team and, as your expertise grows, support customer discussions directly.
You'll participate in contract review meetings and communicate engineering requirements for production and manufacturing.
Skills and Qualifications
3 to 5 years of experience in application engineering, technical inside sales, or a similar role within an industrial or manufacturing environment
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Experience interacting with customers, interpreting technical specifications, selecting equipment, and preparing technical quotations
Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and commercial teams
Experience with switchgear or other electrical power distribution equipment is considered an asset
Experience using JDE or Salesforce is an asset, but training will be provided
Note from the Hiring Manager
"We're looking for someone who enjoys solving technical problems, building relationships, and continuously learning. If you're comfortable working with customers and want to grow your expertise across increasingly complex product lines, you'll have the support and mentorship to build a long-term career with us."
Why Partner with Altis
If youve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if youre a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.
We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.
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