Application Engineer & Custom Equipment Quoting

Knappco, LLC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The OPW Applications Engineer role in Hamilton, OH applies technical expertise to evaluate field specs and generate competitive quotes for custom fluid-transfer systems. You will provide CAD designs, layouts, and models that meet safety and manufacturability standards.

The position bridges sales and production, requiring accurate, economical solutions and collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required (BSME/BSMET).
• Minimum 2 years of professional engineering or technical quoting experience.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (Creo/ProE) and 2D CAD (AutoCAD).

Responsibilities

• Quote custom piping loading arms and complex terminal layouts.
• Aim for KPI-driven turnaround with accurate quotes.
• Optimize cost and accuracy of configurations for customers and production.
• Create detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) for manufacturing.
• Collaborate with sales teams to translate field notes into viable options.
• Coordinate with sales, engineering, manufacturing to streamline quote-to-purchase.

Skills

3D CAD (Creo/ProE)

2D CAD (AutoCAD)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BSME/BSMET)

Tools

Creo/ProE

AutoCAD

Job description

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products; railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW also creates and manufactures touch-free and soft-touch vehicle wash systems, entry systems and wash chemicals. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

Position Summary The Applications Engineer applies technical expertise to evaluate field-developed specifications and generate competitive, accurate quotes for custom fluid transfer systems. Evaluate information and variables provided directly from the field to design safe, workable, and highly manufacturable fluid transfer solutions. Provide advanced CAD designs, system layouts, and 3D models to customer specifications and applicable engineering standards. The successful candidate bridges the gap between sales and production by creating safe, workable, and manufacturable designs with a strict emphasis on being highly accurate and economical.

Core Responsibilities

• Estimation & Quoting Custom Equipment Quoting: Utilize technical knowledge and field-provided data to quote custom pipe and swivel equipment (loading arms) and complex terminal layouts.
• KPI-Driven Turnaround: Meet or exceed departmental KPIs for quote accuracy, technical verification, and speed of quote turnaround times to maximize sales conversion.
• Cost & Accuracy Optimization: Ensure all custom loading arm configurations and engineering quotes are both highly accurate and highly economical for the customer and production.
• Create detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) and support the manufacturing department to ensure quoted solutions transfer seamlessly to the production floor.
• Sales Collaboration: Act as the primary technical partner to internal sales teams, translating regional sales notes and field requirements into clean, viable commercial options.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Coordinate and communicate with sales, engineering, manufacturing, and other internal departments to streamline the quoting-to-purchase order pipeline.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BSME / BSMET).
• Experience: Two (2) years of professional engineering or technical quoting experience.
• Software Proficiency: 2 years of experience using 3D CAD programs, (Creo/ProE preferred) and 2D CAD (AutoCAD preferred)
• Location: This position is based in Hamilton, OH.

Preferred Qualifications

• Equipment Expertise: Experience with custom piping design, pressure vessels, swivels, , or custom equipment layouts.
• Quoting Software: Experience using product configuration, Excel, and quoting software alongside a working knowledge of Oracle ERP.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to solve practical field problems and deal with a variety of variables in custom, non-standardized engineering situations.
• Codes & Standards: Working knowledge of ASME B31.3 and Boiler Pressure Vessel Code.
• Professional Attributes: Strong math skills, excellent communication skills (verbal and written), high level of customer focus, and a positive attitude.
• Autonomy: Self-directed, positive, and ethical role model able to work with minimal supervision.
• Compliance: Fully observe Dover's code of ethical conduct, employee handbook "personal conduct of employees" policies, and ISO quality system standards.

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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We Are Dover Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach, our team takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.