Applications EngineerUS-CA-Placentia
Job ID: 2026-15951
Type: Employee
# of Openings: 1
Category: Sales
US-CA-Placentia-3011
OverviewThe purpose of this position is to provide daily support for the direct sales force in the areas of applications, proposal work and order processing/management. Specifically, this includes reviewing specifications, making pump selections, preparing proposals, providing technical support to customers, interfacing with vendors, processing orders, and expediting. This role can be located in Placentia, California; Colfax, North Carolina; or Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
ResponsibilitiesMay include:
- Review customer specifications and prepare comprehensive professional proposals.
- Use in-house created software to select optimal pumps, generate scope of supply, and submit orders.
- Handle customer telephone inquiries.
- Interface with outside vendors to solicit quotes for equipment.
- Effectively process orders and manage any issues that arise.
- Act as a liaison between operations and the customer.
- Participate in sales calls with the Sales Engineer as part of development.
- Provide technical support to customers.
- Participate in pre-award meetings as required.
- Develop effective rapport with customer contacts.
QualificationsKnowledge & Skills:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Proficiency with MS Office and pump selection software
- Self-starter with a positive attitude
- Highly organized with ability to handle multiple tasks with quick turnaround requirements
- Knowledge of municipal water and wastewater systems is preferred
- Knowledge of typical municipal tender process is preferred
Experience:
5+ years' experience in rotating equipment, ideally pumps.
Education:
BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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