Applications Engineer

TERZO POWER SYSTEMS LLC; Cameron Park (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

TERZO POWER SYSTEMS LLC is seeking an Applications Engineer to bridge customers with engineering and manufacturing teams. You will identify needs, specify configurations, support integration discussions, and drive new business in mobile, industrial, and off-highway markets.

You will perform pump sizing, system-level calculations, and assist with electrical integration and field support, while creating documentation and supporting product development. Occasional travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering (or equivalent technical experience).
• 3–5 years in technical sales, application engineering, or hydraulics and electrification.
• Basic fluid power knowledge, including pump sizing fundamentals (flow, pressure, displacement, and power calculations).
• Basic electrical knowledge, including electric motor control and familiarity with CANbus or other vehicle communication protocols.
• Ability to read hydraulic schematics and electrical wiring diagrams.
• Strong communication skills - comfortable explaining technical concepts to customers by phone, email, and in person.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (~10-20%) for customer visits and field support.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical point of contact for customers integrating electro-hydraulic systems into their end application.
• Perform pump sizing and system level calculations (flow, pressure, pump displacement) to select products that meet customer requirements.
• Support electrical integration including troubleshooting CAN bus communication with the end customer.
• Troubleshoot field and test bench issues with customers.
• Generate application documentation including sizing guides, integration instructions, and frequently asked questions.
• Support development of products to meet unique customer requirements, including prototype development and validation.
• Relay customer feedback into actionable requirements to drive product improvements.
• Assist the sales team with technical presentations, trade show attendance, and product quoting.

Skills

Customer communication

Pump sizing fundamentals

Electrical knowledge

Reading hydraulic schematics

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

Office 365

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Position Overview

The applications engineer will serve as the technical and commercial bridge between customers and our engineering/manufacturing teams. You will identify customer needs, specify the correct product configuration, support integration discussions, and drive new business opportunities across the mobile, industrial, and off highway marketplaces.

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering (or equivalent technical experience)
• 3 – 5 years in technical sales, application engineering, or hydraulics and electrification
• Basic fluid power knowledge, including pump sizing fundamentals (flow, pressure, displacement, and power calculations)
• Basic electrical knowledge, including electric motor control and familiarity with CANbus or other vehicle communication protocols
• Ability to read hydraulic schematics and electrical wiring diagrams
• Strong communication skills - comfortable explaining technical concepts to customers by phone, email, and in person
• Willingness to travel occasionally (~10-20%) for customer visits and field support

Preferred Skills

• Office 365
• Internship or professional experience in fluid power, mobile equipment, or automotive industries
• Familiarity with J1919 CAN bus
• Exposure to steering systems, hydraulic power units, or electro-hydraulic actuation
• CFPHS Certification or interest in pursuing International Fluid Power Specialist Certification

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical point of contact for customers integrating electro-hydraulic systems into their end application
• Perform pump sizing and system level calculations (flow, pressure, pump displacement) to select products that meet customer requirements
• Support electrical integration including troubleshooting CAN bus communication with the end customer
• Troubleshoot field and test bench issues with customers
• Generate application documentation including sizing guides, integration instructions, and frequently asked questions
• Support development of products to meet unique customer requirements, including prototype development and validation
• Relay customer feedback into actionable requirements to drive product improvements
• Assist the sales team with technical presentations, trade show attendance, and product quoting.

Job Type

• Full-time, onsite

Compensation

• $80,000 - $100,000 annual salary

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401k with match, Paid Time Off