Application Engineer: Sanitary Process Systems & Quotes

Liquid Process Equipment, Co.; Town of Eagle (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life/Disability Insurance

401k with employer match

Profit sharing

Job summary

Liquid Process Equipment (LPE) is a fast-growing distributor of sanitary process equipment used in milk, cheese, ice cream, chocolate, and more. We are seeking an Application Engineer to provide clients with technical guidance on equipment functionality and operation, including sizing and integration within food and beverage and industrial manufacturing processes.

You will own the technical quoting process, support the Outside Sales Team, and gain knowledge through vendor training and mentorship

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Biological Systems, or related) required.
• 2–5 years of engineering experience in sanitary process (pumps and valves) or related industries preferred.
• Working knowledge of process design, sanitary equipment, and fluid systems.
• Experience supporting customer projects from concept through execution.
• Experience in technical sales, quoting, or applications support within industrial distribution is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in technical reviews, prepare equipment recommendations, and communicate process concepts clearly to customers and internal teams.
• Serve as a technical resource for assigned clients, supporting projects through their lifecycle with guidance from senior engineers.
• Support customers in the sizing and selection of equipment that best aligns with process goals, sanitary standards, and long‑term reliability.
• Review client specifications, P&IDs and drawings to understand process requirements and constraints, recommending appropriate equipment sizes, pump types, and configuration.
• Collaborate with plant managers, engineers, and project teams to identify efficient, cost‑effective equipment solutions.
• Support technical presentations to integrators, engineering firms and consultants regarding specifics on LPE Equipment offerings.
• Build product and application knowledge through vendor training and mentorship from senior engineers.
• Travel to customer locations as required (20-30%).

Skills

Professional communication

Presentation skills

Technical sales

Process design knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

M2M ERP

Job description

Liquid Process Equipment (LPE) is a fast-growing distributor of sanitary process equipment used in milk, cheese, ice cream, chocolate, and more. We are seeking an Application Engineer to provide clients with technical guidance on equipment functionality and operation, including sizing and integration within food and beverage and industrial manufacturing processes.

You will own the technical quoting process, support the Outside Sales Team, and gain knowledge through vendor training and mentorship