Applications Engineer

Sulzer•Meriden, CT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Applications Engineer is responsible for evaluating customer requirements and developing technical and commercial proposals for clean water/municipal 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field.
0-5 years of related engineering experience (industrial, 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.

Responsibilities

Proposal & Technical Evaluation: 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.
Customer & Sales Support: 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.
Cross-Functional Coordination: 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 operations and supply chain to confirm feasibility, lead times, and costing. Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal capabilities.
Quote and Opportunity Management: Manage multiple RFQs simultaneously in a high-volume environment. Maintain accurate records of opportunities, quotes, and communications in Salesforce (CRM system).
Continuous Improvement & Team Support: 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.