Applications Engineer

ProMinent Fluid Controls Inc

About The Position

ProMinent Fluid Controls is a reliable solutions partner for Water and Wastewater treatment products and a manufacturer of components and systems for chemical fluid handling. The company is committed to fostering a community that values individuals, growth by empowering others to achieve success, service that surpasses expectations, quality products and continued innovation, and an environment that focuses on excellence by doing what’s right. The mission is to be the reliable solution partner for water treatment as well as a manufacturer of components and systems in the entire field of fluid metering technology, bringing higher efficiency, quality, and safety to customers through innovative products, services, and industry-specific solutions. The management staff is committed to providing an atmosphere that supports these values and encompasses the mission. This is a critical role within the sales process, requiring the Application Engineer to manage a challenging workload while creatively finding solutions to complex Requests for Quotation (RFQs). The position offers a high degree of interaction with outside sales, engineers and distributors, key accounts and end users to gain information to provide recommendations and proposals. The ideal candidate can work independently, providing accurate, high-quality, and time-bound work.

Requirements

Minimum of five years related Application Engineering experience preferred.
Experience in water treatment, chemical process, food and beverage, disinfection equipment, oil and gas a plus.
Four-year technical degree; a combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
Detail-oriented person.
Ability to work independently, bring forth new innovations, think through problems and provide proactive solutions.
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to analyze mechanical and electro/mechanical systems and to work with schematic drawings.
Strong personal skills due to interaction with sales, customers and engineers daily.
Comfortable in Excel, Word and SAP.

Nice To Haves

A strong understanding of the Municipal and Industrial water treatment market, and the design/application of polymer products, dry feed, and specialty chemical product feed systems.

Responsibilities

Address technical questions from consulting engineers, distributors/reps, and end users regarding product applications, system design, pricing and troubleshooting.
Review consulting engineers’ drawings and specifications and develop quotations for competitive bids.
Answer design questions and prepare proposals on Engineered (Specialty) products.
Assume ownership of quotes for follow-up with Sales and to ensure customer requirements for proposal are met including deadlines as outlined by Sales.
Work with Sales to determine proposal strategies for projects.
Review and summarize incoming system orders to allow for prompt attention by Project Management.
Participate in Kickoff meetings and subsequent meetings to ensure PM’s know what was sold.
Properly organize proposal documents for each project.
Evaluate third party equipment and its applicable use with engineered systems.
Gather accurate quotes with timelines to ensure smooth transition when PO arrives.
Adhere to Company policies and procedures.
Punctual attendance.
Maintain work area in a neat and organized manner.
Accomplish goals, meet deadlines and objectives.
Represent the company with honor and integrity.
Support Client, Company and Team.
Maintains company confidentiality.
Other duties as required to attain company goals.