Application Engineer II

IDEX; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 97,000 - 145,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

IDEX is seeking a Valves and Flow Control Applications Engineer in Linthicum, MD. This role involves coordinating with sales for valve selection, reviewing engineering specifications, and providing technical support to customers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and 3-7 years of relevant experience. A strong grasp of valve principles and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Three to seven years experience in valves, fluid control equipment, instrumentation or similar industry.
• Strong understanding of valve principles, flow characteristics, and Cv calculations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with sales team for valve sizing & selection.
• Review datasheets, P&ID, drawings and engineering specifications.
• Serve as technical contact for customers & channel partners.
• Prepare and deliver cut sheets and technical documentation.

Skills

Valve principles understanding

Flow characteristics

Cv calculations

Strong communication skills

3D modeling software experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Three to seven years experience in relevant field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

US Valve is seeking a proactive and technically skilled Valves and Flow Control Applications Engineer to join our Engineering team. We manufacture high-performance check valves assembled in our Linthicum, MD facility, serving critical applications across industrial, commercial, and specialty markets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with sales team for valve sizing & selection based on process conditions, materials, performance & customer specifications.
• Review datasheets, P&IDs, drawings and engineering specifications to identify correct valve configuration.
• Recommend materials (metals, seat materials, elastomers) to match service conditions.
• Use internal tools, sizing calculators, ERP configurators, and engineering software to predict performance and highlight concerns.
• Develop and improve sizing tools, application guides, and installation/operation manuals.
• Review regulatory requirements, including domestic content, and provide guidance to the sales team on sourcing, cost, execution.
• Serve as technical contact for customers & channel partners: gather application details, answer questions, recommend solutions.
• Prepare and deliver cut sheets, technical documentation and product recommendations.
• Provide troubleshooting support, cost-effective solutions, clear communication to customers.
• Perform root cause analysis on field failures with product & quality engineers; communicate results to stakeholders.
• Review special or complex incoming orders for accuracy and requirement alignment.
• Create routings, item records, quality alerts, work instructions for special projects.
• Create/update Bills of Material, Engineering Change Requests, Engineering Change Notices.
• Maintain quality initiatives: accurate information, compliant documentation, customer complaint tracking.
• Collaborate with design engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, project teams for product development & order execution.
• Communicate customer needs to design engineers for custom solutions.
• Assist sales & marketing with technical content, demonstrations, training materials.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of valve principles, flow characteristics, and Cv calculations.
• Familiarity with industry standards: ASME, API, NACE, CE or PED requirements.
• Ability to read P&IDs, interpret datasheets, analyze mechanical and process information.
• Strong communication skills for working with customers, distributors, engineers, and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Experience with 3D modeling software and ERP systems (preferred).

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Three to seven years experience in valves, fluid control equipment, instrumentation or similar industry.
• Experience with safety relief valves, control valves or specialized flow‑control equipment is preferred.

Physical Demands

• Move around, use hands, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.
• Occasional lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, focus adjustment.

Work Environment

• Office and shop floor environment.
• Minimal noise level with occasional spikes.
• Required to wear safety glasses and use safety equipment on shop floor.
• Occasional travel to customer or distributor locations for support or training may be required.

EEO Statement

US Valve is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, US Valve will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Total Rewards

Compensation range: $97,000.00 - $145,400.00, depending on experience. Position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

• Health benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with company match.
• PTO.
• Additional benefits and rewards details available on our career page.