Application Engineer II (CMP & MP)

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases; Vadodara; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is seeking an Application Engineer – CMP/MP in Vadodara to support RFQ analysis, pump selection, and proposal preparation. You will interact with customers, sales, and engineering teams to ensure accurate technical and commercial inputs, while striving for timely, high-quality deliverables.

The role emphasizes pre-order engineering, collaboration with global teams, and ongoing tool/process improvements. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field required.
• Experience with pumps and system design is essential.
• Knowledge of API 685 and related standards is preferred.
• Experience with CRM/ERP systems (SAP, Salesforce) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform RFQ analysis and pump selection based on customer specs.
• Prepare technical proposals with datasheets and performance curves.
• Support cost estimation, pricing, and delivery planning.
• Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers for proposal development.
• Assist in customer interactions and pre-award discussions.
• Review orders for alignment with quoted scope and handover to project teams.
• Provide limited technical support during project execution.

Skills

Canned motor pumps experience

Metering pumps experience

Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps

Hydraulic principles

API 685 familiarity

API/ASME standards knowledge

Pump selection tools

CRM/ERP (SAP, Salesforce)

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Pump selection tools

SAP

Salesforce

Job description

Company Overview

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases (CE&IG) is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the LH2, LNG and industrial gases industries. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over USD 1.2B in annual revenue, 8,000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Job Overview

The Application Engineer – CMP/MP will support the selection, application, and technical evaluation of pumps and pumping systems. This role is primarily focused on pre-order engineering activities, including RFQ analysis, pump selection, and proposal preparation, while working under the guidance of senior engineers and sales teams. The position serves as a key technical interface between customers, sales, and internal project and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Evaluation: Review RFQs, project specifications, and customer requirements to understand application needs and operating conditions.
• Pump Selection & Sizing: Perform technical selection and scope definition for centrifugal and API-compliant pump systems based on customer specifications.
• Proposal Support: Prepare technical proposals including datasheets, performance curves, and auxiliary systems (e.g., seal systems, lube systems) in coordination with senior engineers.
• Costing & Quotations: Support development of cost estimates, pricing, and delivery schedules aligned with technical selections and customer requirements.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with internal departments, suppliers, and global teams to support proposal development and address application-specific requirements.
• Customer Interaction: Assist in responding to technical queries, clarifications, and pre-award discussions with customers and EPC contractors.
• Order Review & Handover: Review customer purchase orders for alignment with quoted scope and assist in transferring technical documentation to project management teams.
• Post-Order Support (as needed): Provide limited technical support during project execution as required.
• Tools & Process Improvement: Contribute to development and improvement of application engineering tools, templates, and processes.

Key Deliverables

• Timely response to RFQs and customer inquiries
• Accuracy and completeness of technical selections and costing inputs
• Adherence to target margins under guidance
• Quality and completeness of technical documentation
• Effective coordination with global product teams and internal stakeholder.

Authorities

• Responsible for assigned tasks and deliverables with guidance from management and sales.
• Accountable for accuracy and completeness of technical and commercial inputs within defined scope

Supervisory Responsibility

• Individual contributor role with strong cross-functional collaboration.

Work Environment

• Office-based role with regular use of engineering, quoting, and business systems.
• Occasional travel for customer meetings and sales support.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Qualifications

• Education, Experience and Skills:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field requiredExperience: 2 to 6 years’ relevant professional experience is required
• Industry focus: Direct experience with canned motor pumps and metering pumps is highly preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic principles and system design.
• Standards Knowledge: Familiarity with API 685 and related standards API / ASME.
• Software: Proficiency with Pump selection tools, CRM/ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Salesforce) preferred.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving, attention to detail, and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Collaboration: Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional and global teams.
• Work Style: Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple inquiries simultaneously.
• Travel: Willingness to travel on a limited basis to support sales and customer engagement.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.