Application Engineer

CIRCOR International, Inc.; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CIRCOR International, Inc. is looking for an Application Engineer II based in Monroe, North Carolina. This role involves collaborating with global customers to deliver optimal pumping solutions through technical expertise and support.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, with 5 years of relevant experience, including 3 years in a technical role. Strong communication skills and knowledge of engineering documents are essential. The position is primarily customer-focused with a minimal travel requirement.

Qualifications

• 5 years of combined experience in production, engineering, technical support, or customer service.
• 3 years in a technical capacity with experience in rotating equipment.
• Experience producing technical proposals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine best pumping solutions based on customer conditions.
• Review engineering specifications for compliance.
• Act as key technical liaison with various departments.

Skills

Engineering documents and technical drawings

Engineering industry standards

Verbal and written communication

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

CRM and ERP software

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Position Summary

Application Engineer II is responsible for partnering with our global customers to provide the best pumping solution for their application. We are an Engineer‑To‑Order (ETO) business. This is a customer‑facing role that assists through standard support channels and works with various customer departments.

Principal Activities

• Determine best pumping solution based on customer operating conditions, including pump and motor sizing and selections.
• Review engineering/technical specifications and ensure compliance.
• Serve as key technical liaison, working cross‑functionally with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Project Management, Operations, Customer Care, vendors, and global resources to modify existing offerings and create custom solutions.
• Generate timely and accurate requests for quotations.
• Prepare and submit ETO, vendor, and project documents.
• Assist with order entry of non‑standard requests.
• Create part numbers and bill of materials.
• Drive continuous improvement rigorously.
• Create high‑quality processes and work instructions.
• Focus on delivering a positive customer experience.
• Travel is minimal, 10%.

Job Requirements

Candidate Requirements

• Skilled with engineering documents and technical drawings.
• Experience with domestic and international engineering industry standards.
• Self‑driven and able to self‑manage.
• Twin screw pump knowledge preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Continuous improvement and data analysis skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with CRM and ERP software systems preferred.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 5 years of combined experience within production, engineering, technical support, or customer service, with at least 3 years in a technical capacity. Experience with rotating equipment (centrifugal, screw, progressive‑cavity, gear pumps) preferred. Experience producing technical proposals detailing full scope of supply, evaluation and acceptability to customer or industry standard specifications preferred.