Applications Engineer

DXP Enterprises, Inc.; Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

A leading industrial solutions provider is seeking an Applications Engineer to design and configure pumps and fluid systems. This entry-level role requires proficiency in project management and communication skills, alongside a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field. Responsibilities include providing technical support to sales and customers, managing project bids, and preparing cost estimates. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, making this a great opportunity for career development.

Qualifications

• 1 year applicable experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently.
• Well-organized and self-motivated.
• Well-organized & self-motivated.
• Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills.
• Effective negotiating skills.
• Project management experience and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service, sales, & technical support.
• Coordinate with sales and fabrication to meet customer requirements.
• Prepare proposals using vendor software.
• Work closely with sales, fabrication & vendors to facilitate the sales effort & meet customer requirements.
• Evaluate customer bid requirements, specifications, & other pertinent data.
• Prepare proposals using vendor software, sales catalogs & cost estimates according to technical and performance requirements.
• Aid in the design & development of equipment & systems, & redesign of existing systems.
• Notify inside & outside staff of new products & processes as needed.
• Facilitate prompt remedy of customer technical problems, complaints & failures.
• Maintain organization of order files, monitor in-house orders & assist sales & fabrication with project related questions.

Skills

Centrifugal pumps knowledge

Project management

Effective communication

Negotiation skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Applications Engineer

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At DXP we are passionate about what we do and driven to be the best solution for our industrial customers. Since 1908, DXP has been dedicated to the highest quality of customer service through our expertise of the products we distribute and the technical services we perform with a sense of individual pride and company spirit. Throughout your career with DXP, we will encourage and empower you to take an active role in identifying and driving your development, so you feel total confidence in your ability to achieve ongoing success. We aspire to be the best solution for the industrial customers' needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Metal Working, Supply Chain Services and Service Centers.

Summary

The Applications Engineer will design, select, and configure pumps and fluid systems, support applications engineering with equipment sizing, pricing, and quoting, provide technical support to sales, service, and customers, manage project bids, orders, and timelines, coordinate with factory for documentation and equipment start-up, maintain and update quotation logs.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service, sales, & technical support to sales force & customers
• Promote & encourage "Profit Management" to ensure a profitable future for the company
• Understand & implement policy to achieve both customer & company goals
• Work closely with sales, fabrication & vendors to facilitate the sales effort & meet customer requirements
• Evaluate customer bid requirements, specifications, & other pertinent data
• Prepare proposals using vendor software, sales catalogs & cost estimates according to technical and performance requirements
• Aid in the design & development of equipment & systems, & redesign of existing systems
• Notify inside & outside staff of new products & processes as needed
• Facilitate prompt remedy of customer technical problems, complaints & failures
• Maintain organization of order files, monitor in-house orders & assist sales & fabrication with project related questions

Qualifications

• 1 year applicable experience preferred
• Preferred knowledge of centrifugal pumps, other fluid handling equipment & fabricated pumping systems
• Must be able to work independently to achieve targeted results
• Well-organized & self-motivated
• Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills
• Effective negotiating skills
• Project management experience and teamwork skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Additional Information

Physical Demand: None
Working Conditions: Office Environment
Training/Certifications: Any related to pumps, motors, couplings, mechanical seals knowledge
Shift Time/Overtime: Not required
Travel: None
Education: Bachelor's Degree engineering related or related experience
Location: USA:AL:Birmingham

DXP offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401(k), paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

Minimum Required Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. EOE/M/F/D/V

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Wholesale