Application Engineer

Roto Pumps North America, Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Roto Pumps North America, Inc. is seeking a full-time Application Engineer based in Fort Mill, SC. The role involves evaluating customer requirements and providing technical support to the sales team, including developing proposals and managing installations.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and a familiarity with CAD and other engineering software tools. The position supports collaboration with various teams to ensure product performance and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering skills to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Solid Technical Support skills to diagnose application issues and recommend solutions.
• Experience with performance verification and system validation activities.
• Familiarity with software tools relevant to pump and system design.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a cross-functional team environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate customer requirements and select appropriate pumping solutions.
• Prepare technical proposals, sizing calculations, and quotations.
• Support the sales team with technical guidance and product configuration.
• Review specifications and drawings for accurate order execution.
• Provide post-installation support to customers.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering skills

Electrical Engineering skills

Technical Support skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Engineering software tools

Job description

Role Description

This full‑time, on‑site Application Engineer role is based in Fort Mill, SC. The Application Engineer will evaluate customer requirements, select appropriate pumping solutions, and prepare technical proposals, sizing calculations, and quotations. This role will support the sales team with technical guidance, product configuration, pricing recommendations, and application‑specific troubleshooting. The Application Engineer will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure accurate order execution and product performance. Daily tasks include reviewing specifications and drawings, coordinating testing and validation, preparing technical documentation, and providing post‑installation support to customers.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering skills, with the ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and system layouts.
• Candidates should possess solid Technical Support skills, including diagnosing application issues, recommending solutions, and communicating clearly with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess experience with testing activities such as performance verification, system validation, and documentation of test results.
• Candidates should possess familiarity with software development or engineering software tools (e.g., configuration tools, CAD, calculation or simulation software) relevant to pump and system design.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work on‑site in Fort Mill, SC, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and collaborate in a cross‑functional team environment; prior experience in pump, rotating equipment, or fluid handling industries is a plus.