Industrial Applications Engineer

OTC • Bessemer, AL

24d

About The Position

At OTC, the Applications Engineer bridges engineering design and customer requirements by providing technical expertise, product customization, and application support. The role supports inside and outside sales, helps develop proposals and engage with customers, and collaborates with vendor sales representatives and engineers to identify solutions. It reviews customer design requests, selects appropriate products, prepares quotes, enters orders, and manages project timelines, deliverables, and customer communications. The position also supports and mentors junior team members and involves occasional travel for customer visits, vendor meetings, or project oversight. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, or a similar field is preferred.
• Either 3–8 years of engineering or application work in rotating equipment, or 0–3 years of experience with a 2- or 4-year engineering degree.
• Experience working with EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contractors.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or engineering design drawings.
• Familiarity with the distribution model and/or industrial equipment sales.
• Experience with rotating equipment product lines and manufacturers, including sizing and selecting pumps and rotating equipment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a customer-facing technical role.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for inside and outside sales activities.
• Assist outside sales efforts, including proposal generation and customer engagement.
• Collaborate with vendor sales representatives and engineers to ensure optimal solutions.
• Review customer design requests and select appropriate products using internal and external tools.
• Create and manage customer quotes and enter orders accurately into OTC systems.
• Manage and track project timelines, deliverables, and customer communications.
• Mentor and support junior team members in technical and process-related tasks.
• Travel occasionally for customer visits, vendor meetings, or project oversight.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Wellness discount.
• Stipend for safety shoes and glasses.
• 401(k) savings plan with an employer match of 50% on the dollar up to 6%.
• Referral bonuses.
• Relocation assistance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Tuition assistance.
• Training programs and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level