Sr. Applications Engineer

Nederman Shared Services, LLC•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Nederman Corporation is seeking a Senior Applications Engineer – High Vacuum Solutions for its U.S. division, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. The position serves as the technical applications lead for high-vacuum extraction and source-capture solutions, from customer requirements and system design through on-site integration and customer acceptance. Nederman’s solutions capture fumes, dust, and other airborne contaminants generated by industrial processes and provide centralized housekeeping for production areas and machinery. The engineer works with customers, Sales, Project Management, Controls Engineering, Solutions Engineering, and other internal and external partners to develop technically sound, cost-effective solutions and support turnkey project implementation. The role provides technical expertise on Nederman’s industrial air pollution control and clean-air solutions to channel partners, consulting engineers, contractors, and internal teams. It reports directly to the VP, Technical Solutions & Business Development. The position combines customer and sales support, system design and quotations, field evaluation and troubleshooting, technical leadership, and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. It also contributes to product development, localization, standardization, application guidance, and continuous improvement. The role involves travel to industrial facilities and other travel estimated at approximately 30% or more, including domestic and international travel. Nederman describes its environment as fast-paced, growth-oriented, collaborative, and focused on solving challenging problems. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, including PTO, health care insurance, 401K, disability, and life insurance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline.
8–10+ years of relevant experience in applications engineering, product engineering, or solutions engineering involving high-vacuum extraction, industrial ventilation, source capture, or related industrial air pollution control systems.
Advanced knowledge of industrial ventilation, high-vacuum systems, source capture, and industrial air pollution control applications.
Ability to develop system concepts, perform engineering calculations, size equipment, and select components for complex industrial applications.
Proficiency with AutoCAD/Autodesk design software and Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to customers, sales professionals, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and take ownership of technical assignments and customer requirements.
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 30% or more, including domestic and international travel, to support customers, sales activities, project execution, product development, and industry events.
Able to provide engineering direction and establish technically sound solutions for complex applications.
Able to understand customer requirements and translate them into practical, reliable solutions.
Understands the relationship between technical performance, project cost, value, and total cost of ownership.
Able to collaborate effectively across Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Operations, Purchasing, and other functions.
Proactive and accountable, with the ability to drive assignments to completion with minimal supervision.
Willingness to learn new technologies, products, applications, and processes and continuously develop technical expertise.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP and CRM systems.
Experience performing DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
Experience with industrial dust and fume extraction, centralized vacuum systems, pneumatic conveying, or related material handling applications.
Experience working with industrial equipment manufacturers, OEMs, engineering firms, contractors, or industrial end users.
Experience developing technical specifications, Basis of Design documents, system layouts, and application standards.
Experience supporting equipment commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and customer acceptance.

Responsibilities

Lead technical applications for complex high-vacuum extraction and source-capture applications from initial customer requirements through system integration and acceptance.
Work with Field Sales, Product Management, Engineering, and Project Management on application requirements, sizing, product selection, and system design.
Develop solution concepts and sales proposals for complex projects using ProQuote and other engineering tools to design, model, and estimate complete systems.
Define project scope, technical requirements, budget costs, system performance requirements, and implementation timelines with Sales and Technical Solutions teams.
Evaluate alternative technologies, system configurations, and operating approaches to identify solutions with appropriate technical performance, value, and total cost of ownership.
Apply engineering principles, industrial ventilation, high-vacuum systems, product capabilities, and application requirements to develop technically valid and commercially viable solutions.
Provide technical direction to Solutions Engineering and Controls Engineering on system architecture, operating sequences, control requirements, and critical design parameters.
Oversee technical development of complex systems to ensure compliance with engineering, safety, regulatory, and customer requirements.
Collaborate with Project Management and Operations to ensure systems align with approved designs, scope, and customer requirements.
Support development of Basis of Design documents, technical specifications, operating sequences, and operation and maintenance documentation for specialized applications.
Participate in site evaluations, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and customer acceptance activities as required.
Act as the technical liaison between Nederman and customers during sales and project development.
Communicate with customers, consulting engineers, contractors, and channel partners to understand application requirements and develop appropriate solutions.
Support Sales through customer meetings, site visits, technical presentations, and solution development.
Evaluate existing systems in the field and recommend upgrades, modifications, performance improvements, and replacement solutions.
Provide technical support by phone, email, virtual meetings, and in-person interactions.
Assist channel partners, consulting engineers, and contractors with product selection, system application, and technical requirements.
Analyze complex application problems and develop practical solutions for customer and project requirements.
Conduct root-cause analysis of application, product, or process issues and identify ways to prevent recurrence.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues associated with production applications, products, and processes.
Use DFMEA and other structured problem-solving methods to identify and mitigate risks in new or modified designs.
Develop and maintain application tools, calculators, monitoring methods, and resources that improve engineering effectiveness and system performance.
Monitor application and system performance and recommend improvements to reliability, efficiency, and customer value.
Participate in product localization, standardization, and development initiatives for North American markets.
Develop and maintain Basis of Design standards and application guidelines for high-vacuum and source-capture solutions.
Coordinate and prioritize Basis of Design development for strategic applications and target markets.
Work with Product Management and Engineering to identify product gaps, market requirements, and opportunities for new or modified solutions.
Contribute to the technical knowledge base and develop application guidance for Sales, Engineering, Project Management, and other teams.
Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Controls Engineering, Purchasing, Project Management, Operations, Technical Support, Product Management, and General Management.
Support Purchasing and suppliers in ensuring components and equipment meet technical and performance requirements.
Coordinate Special Quotes for unique applications or requirements outside standard product offerings.
Track and communicate the status of special applications and technical requests to internal and external stakeholders.
Use and maintain the company CRM system to document customer requirements, technical discussions, application information, and other customer data.