Applications Engineer

Sulzer•Easley, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Applications Engineer is responsible for evaluating customer requirements and developing technical and commercial proposals for industrial equipment solutions. This role serves as a critical link between customers, sales teams, and internal engineering/manufacturing to ensure accurate, timely, and competitive responses to inquiries. This position operates in a fast-paced, high-volume environment supporting distributors, OEMs, EPCs, and end users across a wide range of applications. Applications include Pulp and Paper, Biofuels, Foods, Chemical processing, Mining / Metals, Industrial wastewater, and Auxiliary equipment in other segments as needed. The Applications Group is a dynamic organization with both junior and senior engineers who possess a wide range of experience and competencies. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a growing company and offers great mentorship opportunities to enhance professional development. This role is designed as a foundational position with clear visibility into commercial strategy and customer engagement, offering a defined pathway into Accounts Management and outside sales roles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field.
0-5 years of related engineering experience (industrial, process, applications, pumps & hydraulics preferred)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Willingness to travel as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience with pumps, fluid systems, or rotating equipment
Exposure to reading specifications and technical drawings
Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce) and/or ERP systems (SAP)
Experience working with distributors or in a customer-facing role
Comfort with ambiguity: Not every RFQ is clean. Must be able to fill in gaps and make sound assumptions
Ownership mentality: Takes responsibility for quotes from start to finish
Bias for action: Ability to move quickly without sacrificing accuracy
Communication under pressure: Handles demanding customers and urgent timelines professionally
Desire for growth into sales: Motivated to develop customer-facing and revenue-driving skills over time
Commercial mindset: Interest in understanding not just what to quote, but how to win the business
Team-oriented: Willing to collaborate and support others in a shared workload environment

Responsibilities

Review customer RFQs, specifications, and datasheets to determine appropriate product selection
Perform pumping equipment sizing, selection, and configuration
Generate detailed quotations including scope, pricing, and lead time
Serve as a technical resource for internal sales teams and external customers
Support distribution network with product selection, troubleshooting, and application guidance
Participate in distributor and customer calls, visits, and training as needed
Support sales efforts by contributing to technical sales strategy, participating in customer discussions, and developing an understanding of commercial drivers behind winning opportunities
Work closely with the Project Management team to define documentation packages, testing requirements, and customer deliverables early in the quotation phase to ensure accurate scope, compliance, and execution readiness.
Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain to confirm feasibility, lead times, and cost
Work with global teams when required to support international or specialized opportunities
Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal capabilities
Manage multiple RFQs simultaneously in a high-volume environment
Maintain accurate records of opportunities, quotes, and communications in Salesforce (CRM system)
Identify opportunities to improve quoting efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
Support development of tools, templates, and documentation
Assist in training new team members and sharing application knowledge
Perform other duties as assigned.