Jeron Electronic Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of communication systems for the healthcare, education, and security markets with an extensive base of distributor partners and installed facilities.  Based in the Niles, IL area, Jeron has provided communication solutions since 1965.

Jeron Electronic Systems, Inc. is actively recruiting an Applications Engineer to prepare accurate estimates for projects by gathering information and analyzing important bid documents. The Applications Engineer will provide knowledge of cost and benefits that support profitable business decisions.

This position supports the sales efforts for the Jeron System platforms including needs assessment interviewing for driving the proper applications, quoting systems to meet end-user needs, and supporting both Jeron RMs and Distributors through proposal aspect of the sales process.

Responsibilities:

· Understand the project/program and its requirements

· Create and submit quotations or bids to appropriate persons (RM, Distribution, End-User etc.)

· Identify and compute material costs by studying blueprints, specifications, and related documents

· Present prepared estimate by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information to management

· Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications

· Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Qualifications:

· A technical Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (EE or ET preferred) or Computer Science, is strongly desired but relevant work experience will be considered

· Prior Application Support, Technical Support, or Product Management of a technical product (nurse call, telephony, or capital equipment)

· Proven experience as estimator or similar position

· Prior experience in the acute care market place is highly desirable

· Excellent numerical skills/math and IT ability with an analytical mindset

· Proficient in relevant software (MS Outlook, Excel, Word)

· Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities

· Thoroughness, reliability and apt in managing relationships with key persons

· Excellent organizational skills

Job Type: Full-time

Candidates should submit their resume with detailed work history via online application process to be considered for the position.

Jeron offers a competitive compensation program, depending on experience, as well as, as robust benefits package, including major medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD, 401(k) Profit Sharing and Paid Time Off (PTO) to its employees.