Applications and Design Engineer

Thermo Heating Elements LLC; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

PTO

Paid holidays

Bonus structure

Company parties

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Thermo Heating Elements, LLC in Piedmont, SC is seeking a full-time Applications and Design Engineer to transform customer challenges into precise, high-performance heating solutions. You will evaluate requirements, design tailored heating systems, and produce detailed drawings and quotes.

The role collaborates across teams, guides projects from concept to delivery, and ensures timelines and quality standards. A background check and drug screening are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in applications engineering, technical sales, or product engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD, SolidWorks, or similar tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop quotes and cost estimates.
• Strong project management and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate customer requirements and design tailored heating solutions.
• Create detailed engineering drawings and develop accurate quotes and cost estimates.
• Collaborate across teams and guide projects from concept to delivery.
• Maintain clear, responsive communication with customers and meet timelines and quality standards.

Skills

CAD/SolidWorks

Technical communication

Quote cost estimates

Project management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical engineering

Tools

CAD/ SolidWorks

Job description

Are you ready to bring designs to life with Thermo Heating Elements, LLC in Piedmont, SC as a full-time Applications and Design Engineer? Do you enjoy transforming customer challenges into precise, high-performance engineering solutions? If you’re looking for a role where your expertise drives real impact,

Pay

We offer our Applications and Design Engineer a competitive annual salary, based on experience.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k with company match
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Bonus structure
• Company parties
• Growth opportunities

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT OUR BUSINESS?

Thermo Heating Elements, LLC is a trusted leader in the design and manufacturing of high‑quality flexible heating solutions. Built on decades of engineering innovation, Thermo has developed a wide range of technologies-from Polymer Thick Film and Silicone heaters to advanced Kapton® heating elements-many of which were created to solve unique challenges brought to us by our customers. We don't just deliver products; we partner with industries across the country to provide custom‑engineered solutions backed by deep technical expertise. If you're looking to join a company where innovation is encouraged, technical growth is supported, and your work directly contributes to solving real‑world problems, Thermo Heating Elements, LLC is the place to build your career.

DO YOU MEET THESE QUALIFICATIONS?

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in applications engineering, technical sales, or product engineering
• Proficiency in CAD, SolidWorks, or similar tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop quotes and cost estimates
• Strong project management and presentation skills

Direct experience with flexible heater products (etched foil, silicone rubber, Kapton), knowledge of UL/CSA/RoHS standards, ERP/CRM systems, and familiarity with industries such as medical devices, semiconductors, aerospace, food processing, or EV systems, as well as related manufacturing processes, are preferred.

WHAT WILL YOU DO AS AN APPLICATIONS AND DESIGN ENGINEER?

This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM.

As our Applications and Design Engineer, you'll evaluate customer requirements, design tailored heating solutions, and create detailed engineering drawings while developing accurate quotes and cost estimates. Throughout the day, you'll collaborate across teams, guide projects from initial concept to final delivery, and maintain clear, responsive communication with customers. Your work ensures that each project meets precise specifications, timelines, and quality standards-making you an essential part of delivering innovative, reliable solutions.

Must have the ability to pass a background check and drug screening test.