Application Engineer or Sr. Application Engineer

Caltrol•Chandler, AZ

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

Caltrol is a leader in the sales and distribution of industrial process automation products, bringing over 90 years of industry experience. They deliver high-quality solutions focused on control, reliability, safety, and optimization, and offer consulting, engineering, service, and support. As a member of the Emerson Impact Partner Network, Caltrol combines local expertise with global reach. The company prides itself on its people, especially its employee-owners.

Requirements

College degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Distribution or relevant military experience AND 5+ years of applicable industry experience.
Extensive knowledge of process control fundamentals and Caltrol’s products and services.
Ability to apply technical knowledge of valves, actuators, instrumentation, and control systems to engineer, size, and quote solutions effectively.
Communicates with purpose and clarity, tailored to the audience. Adjusts style to others, listens actively, and integrates feedback.
Builds and sustains professional, respectful, and collaborative relationships with customers and colleagues across the organization.
Strong work ethic and positive client service orientation.
Ownership mentality.
Consistently demonstrates behaviors that reflect and uphold the company’s mission, vision, and core values in all interactions and decisions.

Responsibilities

Size, select, and engineer process valves, actuators, and instrumentation to address customer applications.
Gather information from customers and teammates to determine the best technical and commercial solution for each opportunity.
Regularly interact with customers, providing exceptional service and establishing long term mutually beneficial relationships.
Develop technical expertise about Caltrol solutions that bring value to Caltrol stakeholders.
Support internal customers (Account Managers, Order Management, Accounting, Shop) to provide support and efficient execution of customer orders.
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts, Account Managers, and Business Unit Leaders on key opportunities to determine Caltrol’s scope and sales strategy.
Maintain positive and productive relationships with Caltrol’s principal suppliers.
Follow up on quotations, demonstrating an ability to close sales. This may include some negotiations regarding price and/or timeframes without management involvement.
Participate in the training, onboarding, and mentorship of Caltrol employees.
Act as a Caltrol product, industry, or application champion displaying thought leadership and proactive training and support.
Participate in Caltrol’s after-hours customer support program.

Benefits

Profit-sharing opportunities
401(k) with employer match
Generous paid-time off +12 paid holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision – all effective 1st day of the month after your hire date
Free and unlimited virtual care access to a dedicated physician through AstroDoc
HSA (with employer contribution) + a FSA
Company-paid life insurance
Company paid short-term disability
Wellness benefits, including gym and on-demand fitness discounts
Pet discount program
Student loan repayment match program
Tuition/education reimbursement
Professional development opportunities