Application Engineer II

Nikkiso; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Expander Application Technology (NEAT) in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to prepare proposals for engineering-to-order turbomachinery based on customer specifications and applicable standards.

You will collaborate with sales and engineering, respond to bid clarifications, and ensure on-time submission of proposals while supporting marketing activities. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• 5+ years in related field; oil and gas experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals that meet delivery, documentation, testing, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate with sales to provide required information to customers.
• Respond to technical questions and bid clarifications.
• Ensure on-time submission of proposals.
• Support marketing activities.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed for customer meetings.
• Prepare the order book for received orders.

Skills

Customer communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Technical writing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Salesforce

MS Office

Job description

Company Overview

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gasesis a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, turboexpanders , heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG, natural gas, petrochemical, and industrial gases industries. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Job Overview

Nikkiso Expander Application Technology(NEAT) is filling a position for an experienced Applications Engineer. The position is responsible for providing proposals/offers for engineering-to-order turbomachinery equipment based on customer specifications and national and international standards. This position is responsible for a variety of application engineering functions and sales activities.

Responsibilities

• Work with departments to ensure proposals submitted meet requirements for delivery, documentation, testing and technical requirements.
• Work with sales personnel to ensure customers are provided required information.
• Communicate with customers to answer technical questions and respond to bid clarifications.
• Ensure on-time submission of proposals.
• Provide support for marketing activities.
• International and domestic travel to support customer meetings as required.
• Preparation of order book for orders received

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering , Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar software is preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience.
• Specific oil and gas industry experience is strongly preferred.

Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:

• Experience with customer relation management (CRM) software; SalesForce preferred.
• Advanced MS Office Suite.
• Ability to review proposals for compliance with technical specifications and pricing accuracy for engineered-to-order products.
• Skilled in time management, prioritizing and managing changing priorities.
• Familiarity with API, ASME, NEC, IEC, ISO, etc., are desired
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent customer service and communications skills.

Work Environmental and Physical Demands:

• In order to perform the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls.
• Job will generally be performed in an office environment, but may require travel to a Client's office, production facility or industrial/construction job site. Conditions will vary at each location, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to meet the work environmental and physical demands listed above.

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.

Salary: $70,843 - $98,103 per year (based on experience)

EEOC Statement

Nikkiso is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.