Mechanical Engineer - Industrial Pump & Fluid Systems

Tencarva Machinery Company•Warren, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Partner with Sales Engineers to develop pump system solutions for industrial and municipal fluid handling applications, translating customer needs into equipment selections, quotations, and proposal packages that balance technical requirements with commercial viability. Support projects through submittals, order review, and execution to help ensure the equipment delivered meets customer requirements and application specifications. Evaluate system conditions and performance, select pumps and supporting equipment, and collaborate with Sales Engineers, customers, vendors, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle. This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship (or transfer of sponsorship) at this time or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Requirements

3+ years of Applications Engineering or related pump industry experience required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering or technical discipline required
Understanding of pump hydraulics, pump construction, and system applications
Ability to interpret specifications, contracts, P&IDs, drawings, and technical submittal requirements
Strong communication skills and sound engineering judgment
Comfortable working through both pre-award and post-award phases of a project

Nice To Haves

Pump OEM or industrial pump distributor experience preferred
Experience working with ERP systems, quotation tools, or order management systems preferred
Experience with CAD, SolidWorks, or similar design tools preferred

Responsibilities

Review customer requirements, specifications, drawings, and application data
Perform pump sizing, selection, and system configuration for industrial and municipal applications
Select supporting equipment and accessories based on application requirements
Prepare quotations, bills of material, and technical proposal packages
Develop schematics, layouts, and supporting documentation as needed
Review contract scope and specifications for compliance, documentation, calculations, and testing requirements
Support submittal development and technical review after award
Stay engaged after award to help ensure the equipment package and final deliverables remain aligned with the application and specifications
Work with vendors, purchasing, production, service, and sales to keep projects aligned and moving
Maintain accurate records of quotes, opportunities, projects, and correspondence
Develop and maintain expertise across assigned product lines, software tools, and pump applications