Application Engineer

Dürr CTS GmbH; Stoughton, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Long-term security

Global collaboration

Supportive culture

Job summary

Durr Universal in Stoughton, MA seeks an Application Engineer to be the primary technical resource for field and internal sales during technology evaluations and sales processes. You will advise customers on gas turbine inlet and exhaust systems, deliver tailored solutions, and drive project success while aligning with engineering and sales teams.

You will maintain expert knowledge, prepare system descriptions, review specifications, support bids, and travel up to 25% to customer sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of acoustics, filtration, aerodynamics, and exhaust after-treatment principles.
• Proficiency with CAD systems (3D preferred).
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, welding, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain expert-level knowledge of products and their applications, esp. gas turbine inlet/exhaust systems.
• Interpret customer requirements and provide clear communication and reliable solutions.
• Manage technical deliverables for engineered-to-order projects and prepare system descriptions or mark-ups.
• Cost projects during the bid process and support sales with technical input.
• Act as technical liaison for customers on warranty and field issues.
• Ensure engineering requirements are communicated to customers and to the design team.
• Provide technical training and product application support during customer visits.

Skills

Acoustics

Filtration

Aerodynamics

Exhaust after-treatment

3D CAD

2D CAD

Sheet metal fabrication

Welding

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

2D CAD

Job description

Durr Universal, Stoughton, United States

Durr Universal

We're looking for people who:

The Application Engineer serves as the primary technical resource supporting both field and internal sales teams throughout the technology evaluation and sales process. This role acts as a trusted technical advisor and product advocate, delivering tailored solutions that meet customer requirements and drive successful project outcomes. The Application Engineer will focus primarily on gas turbine inlet and exhaust systems, working closely with customers and internal teams to ensure complete satisfaction and continuous business growth.

Your Tasks:

• Maintain expert-level knowledge of products and their applications, especially gas turbine inlet and exhaust systems.
• Understand and interpret customer requirements, providing clear communication and reliable solutions.
• Manage technical deliverables for engineered-to-order projects, including:
  Reviewing customer technical specifications and preparing system descriptions or mark-ups.
• Working internally and externally to cost projects during the bid process.
• Acting as the technical liaison for customers regarding warranty and field issues.
• Ensuring all engineering requirements are accurately prepared and communicated to customers.
• Provide technical support during customer visits, including presentations and demonstrations.
• Lead product design efforts to meet customer-specific requirements; review and verify fabrication drawings and documentation.
• Define mechanical design concepts and collaborate with the design department to develop detailed models and drawings.
• Utilize appropriate design and sizing tools to generate fabrication drawings and ensure manufacturability.
• Travel to customer sites for scope definition, measurements, and project alignment. (up to 25% travel)
• Collaborate closely with project managers to align technical deliverables with project schedules and customer expectations.
• Support sales teams with application, sizing, and selection information to identify new opportunities and develop strategies to win projects.
• Troubleshoot production and warranty issues, providing timely resolution and engineering support.
• Deliver technical training and assist sales personnel in product application and design best practices.

Your Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of acoustics, filtration, aerodynamics, and exhaust after-treatment principles.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (preferably) or 2D CAD systems.
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, welding, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively in team environments and train others.
• Experience with exhaust applications such as emissions reduction, silencing, and expansion allowance preferred.
• Experience in inlet applications such as static and pulse filtration, evaporative cooling, and inlet heating/cooling preferred.
• Experience with instrumentation for testing and evaluation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing.
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities.
• Ability to convey complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Team-oriented, proactive, and open to feedback and collaboration.
• Ability to move around the office and manufacturing floor as needed.
• Frequent use of computers and office equipment.
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods (up to 50% of the workday).
• Willingness to travel to customer sites, including both office environments and active project sites.
• Ability to travel internationally, primarily Mexico.
• Comfort with physical requirements of the role, which may include climbing ladders, working at heights, and entering and working in confined spaces

We Offer:

Make an Impact – Work on technologies that reduce emissions and improve sustainability.
Strong Reputation – Over 40 years of expertise and global presence.
Stability & Benefits – Competitive pay, benefits, and long-term security.
Global Collaboration – Join international teams on innovative projects.
Supportive Culture – Values-driven environment focused on trust and respect.

Dürr CTS, Inc./ Universal Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Note to all Staffing Agencies: Durr CTS, Inc./ Universal Inc. has a team of dedicated Human Resources professionals who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors on an as-needed basis. We do not accept resumes from agencies that are not on our preferred vendor list and have not signed our Recruiting and Permanent Placement Contract. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and Durr CTS/Universal Inc. will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.

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