Careers
AES is made up of talented professionals who take pride in their work and thrive in a team environment. Our culture promotes the free exchange of ideas to encourage honesty, respect, creativity, innovation, and excellence—values that we all strive to apply in our professional and personal lives.
Why Join AES?
Boutique in Size, Big in Stature
AES is a boutique design/build business with a big market reach. You’ll find our work at some of the largest and most recognized companies in the US. Our systems benefit customers in a wide range of industries, including box and carton manufacturing, paper converting, printing and publishing, food and beverage, and many more.
Entrepreneurial Spirit
AES works as a partner in process improvement to help businesses achieve greater profitability, productivity, and sustainability in their manufacturing operations. Sometimes this necessitates a novel idea, a fresh approach, or an innovative product like our AirShark™ rotary material separator. This sets AES apart from our competitors, and we strive to bring entrepreneurial, can-do problem solvers to our team.
Supportive Team Environment
We want each team member to feel supported and heard. Open communication and frequent check-ins promote an atmosphere of trust and respect. It’s our goal to engage with all AES team members on a regular basis, so we can listen, learn and offer the guidance and support needed for a satisfying work-life experience.
Collaborative, Innovative Culture
Collaboration plays an essential role at AES. Whether your job involves engineering solutions for automation projects, solving logistical challenges, or creating a marketing campaign, you’ll likely be collaborating with other team members from job inception to completion. Access to senior staff, management, and company owners provides plenty of opportunities for mentorship and guidance.
Unlimited Growth Potential
We believe in promoting from within. Some of our most successful team members began their careers in different positions than those they hold now. Learning how AES works from one job function and bringing that experience to a new role benefits the team member and company. That’s why we’re happy to reward ambition and success. When we say there’s unlimited growth potential here, we mean it!
Employee Benefits
Competitive Salary
401(K) with Company Match
Health, Dental, & Vision Coverage
Generous PTO
Promote from within Program
Supportive Team Environment
Browse the open positions below or contact our HR department directly for additional opportunities to build a rewarding career on our team.
Administrative Assistant
AES is looking for an engaged and motivated Administrative Assistant to be a critical part of the operations of our design/build firm. He/She/They will support the organization by assisting the Service Coordinator and other coworkers with various clerical and administrative tasks to help the organization run smoothly and efficiently all the while delivering excellent customer service with the utmost professionalism. The ideal candidate will be a problem solver with excellent communication skills and impeccable attention to detail.
About AES
Founded in 1989, Advanced Equipment Sales (AES) is a leading design/build firm and full-service provider of integrated conveyance systems. Our work product specializes in scrap, trim, and dust conveyance systems that serve to bring more efficient byproduct handling for companies across North America. Located in Souderton, PA, the AES team is made up of talented, creative professionals who take pride in their work and thrive in a supportive environment. Our culture promotes the free exchange of ideas to encourage honesty, respect, creativity, and innovation—values that we all strive to apply in our professional and personal lives.
Skills & Abilities
Key responsibilities and tasks:
- Answer /direct phone calls; serve as co-administrator for phone system
- Perform accurate data entry in Salesforce and Sage programs
- Assist Service department with various duties, including timesheets, UPS shipments, and ordering parts and supplies
- Attend meetings, take minutes, compile reports and compose correspondence
- Maintain and update files, electronical and paper
- Handle company sensitive information and documents
- Make necessary travel arrangements to assist the Service Coordinator
- Other related duties as required
Skills, Education and Training:
- High school diploma or equivalent; higher degree preferred
- Proven administrative experience; 3+ years
- Superb written and verbal communication skills
- Strong time-management skills and multitasking ability
- PC literate, proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Aptitude for learning new software and systems
- Excellent phone demeanor and communication skills
- CRM / data base experience is desired. Salesforce training will be provided.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental,
disability, and 401(k) with company match) - Paid vacation, holiday, and sick/personal time
Project Manager
AES is looking for an experienced Project Manager with the ambition and drive to support our field installations. The ideal individual will possess the right balance of design, engineering, project management skills, and leadership qualities to successfully manage projects from installation through startup, troubleshooting, and punch list. He/She/They will collaborate with AES team members and have direct interaction with customers, vendors, and contractors in the course of their duties.
The Project Manager will be responsible for the successful planning and execution of project installations in the field. You will work closely with sales, engineering and production team members to successfully take projects from the point of sale through installation and commissioning, with post-installation customer support when required. This position requires excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage several projects of varying complexities at different stages. projects will be long term, spanning a few months to install, while others will be performed in a week or less.
About AES
Founded in 1989, Advanced Equipment Sales (AES) is a leading design/build firm and full-service provider of integrated conveyance systems. Our work product specializes in scrap, trim, and dust conveyance systems that serve to bring more efficient byproduct handling for companies across North America. Located in Souderton, PA, the AES team is made up of talented, creative professionals who take pride in their work and thrive in a supportive environment. Our culture promotes the free exchange of ideas to encourage honesty, respect, creativity, and innovation—values that we all strive to apply in our professional and personal lives.
Skills & Abilities
Key responsibilities and tasks:
- Manage AES Projects- Turnkey, design/build through commissioning, primarily in industrial and manufacturing environments.
- Support field work on all projects.
- Conduct site visits to perform take offs and scope reviews with customer.
- Prepare price estimates for sales quotes.
- Specify jobsite materials and labor for each project and manage deliveries.
- Interface directly with customer and vendors during the project life cycle.
- Provides and conveys project information and documentation to stakeholders.
- Submission of paperwork, including time sheets, purchase orders, expense receipts and invoice approval/adjustment.
- Additional related tasks and duties, as may be required.
Skills, Education and Training:
- Minimum 2 years Mechanical Contracting experience preferred.
- Minimum 4 years of related Project Management experience preferred.
- High school diploma, or equivalent. Relevant apprenticeship and two-year trade school degree a plus.
- Professional project management skills
- Computer literate, with competent skills in MS Office suite
- Experience with MS Project
- Solid mechanical reasoning skills.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills and the ability to communicate with all levels within a customer or vendor.
- Ability to work independently and with a team with little to no supervision.
- A current driver’s license is required with a good driving record of insurable quality.
- Able and willing to travel up to 50% of the time including overnight travel. Ability to be reachable 24/7 in the event of emergencies.
- Professional demeanor, positive attitude
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with room for advancement
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Insurance package with health, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous PTO policy: vacation, sick/personal time
Field Service Technician
Advanced Equipment Sales (AES) is looking for an experienced and motivated Field Service Technician to install, troubleshoot, refurbish, and service our industrial recycling equipment and systems at our customers’ facilities. System components include balers, shredders, conveyors, material handling fans, and dust collectors. Each system we install is custom designed for the client’s application. Field Service Technician work requires the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical problems in the field and effect repairs.
What you’ll need for this position
- Strong mechanical aptitude and skills
- Previous experience repairing heavy machinery is helpful but not necessary
- A current valid driver’s license with a good driving record of insurable quality required
- Ability to travel to job sites a minimum of 75% of the time (primarily within the East Coast)
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus
- Ability to work overtime (OT), including some weekends as needed
What you’ll get
- Competitive salary starting at $27/hr
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, disability, and 401(k) with company match)
- Paid vacation, holiday, and sick/personal time
About AES
Founded in 1989, Advanced Equipment Sales (AES) is a leading design/build firm and full-service provider of integrated conveyance systems. Our work product specializes in scrap, trim, and dust conveyance systems that serve to bring more efficient byproduct handling for companies across North America. Located in Souderton, PA, the AES team is made up of talented, creative professionals who take pride in their work and thrive in a supportive environment. Our culture promotes the free exchange of ideas to encourage honesty, respect, creativity, and innovation—values that we all strive to apply in our professional and personal lives.
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to work overtime, including some
weekends as necessary - Solid mechanical skills and aptitude
- Strong communicator / team player
- Basic computer skills
- Valid driver’s license / good driving record
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental,
disability, and 401(k) with company match) - Paid vacation, holiday, and sick/personal time
Entry Level Field Service Technician
Do you have an aptitude for understanding and using machines? Do you enjoy working with your hands? Are you interested in contributing to a process that helps the environment? Advanced Equipment Sales (AES) is looking for people interested in starting (or changing) their career as a Field Service Technician. The entry level Field Service Technician will assist other AES technicians with troubleshooting, diagnosing, and servicing our industrial recycling equipment and systems at our customers’ facilities. System components include balers, shredders, conveyors, material handling fans, and dust collectors. Each system we install is custom designed for the client’s application.
What you’ll need for this position
- Strong mechanical aptitude and skills are helpful
- Experience working on heavy machinery is helpful but not necessary
- Ability and desire to learn and develop your skills in maintaining machines, reading blueprints, welding, and working with PLCs
- A current valid driver’s license with good driving record of insurable quality required
- Ability to travel to job sites a minimum of 75% of the time (primarily within the East Coast)
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus
- Ability to work overtime (OT), including some weekends as needed
What you’ll get
- Competitive salary starting at $20/hr, with increases as you add new skills
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental,
disability, and 401(k) with company match) - Paid vacation, holiday, and sick/personal time
About AES
Founded in 1989, Advanced Equipment Sales (AES) is a leading design/build firm and full-service provider of integrated conveyance systems. Our work product specializes in scrap, trim, and dust conveyance systems that serve to bring more efficient byproduct handling for companies across North America. Located in Souderton, PA, the AES team is made up of talented, creative professionals who take pride in their work and thrive in a supportive environment. Our culture promotes the free exchange of ideas to encourage honesty, respect, creativity, and innovation—values that we all strive to apply in our professional and personal lives.
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to work overtime, including some
weekends as necessary - Solid mechanical aptitude, and basic
mechanical skills - Willingness to learn new skills
- Strong communicator / team player
- Basic computer skills
- Valid driver’s license / good driving record
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with increases as you learn
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental,
disability, and 401(k) with company match) - Paid vacation, holiday, and sick/personal time