Applications Engineer

National Oilwell Varco; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical plans

MDLIVE virtual visits

Preventative medical and dental care

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

National Oilwell Varco is seeking an Application Engineer to bridge customer needs with equipment solutions. You will review specifications, process data, and commercial requirements to tailor pumping and grinding systems for oilfield and industrial applications.

You will work with customers, sales, and engineering to size and select equipment, prepare quotations, and support projects through the sales cycle. Travel domestically and internationally may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Process preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in applications engineering or technical sales, focusing on pumping technologies.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and specifications.
• Experience with progressing cavities, grinders, or positive displacement pumping technologies is an asset.
• Familiarity with industries such as Water/Wastewater, Chemical Processing, or Mining is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in technical analysis and documentation.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and take initiative.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required by projects.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications, process data, and commercial requirements to identify application needs.
• Select suitable pumping and grinding equipment, considering process conditions and technical specifications.
• Perform sizing, selection, and performance analysis for pumps and grinders using engineering tools.
• Develop technical solutions that optimize product performance and commercial value.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Support sales teams and customers with technical clarifications during the sales cycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Engineering, and Operations, to enhance project execution.
• Assist in developing application tools, processes, and best practices to improve efficiency.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for business processes and internal systems.
• Represent the company professionally at industry events, conferences, and customer meetings.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Independent working

Project management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

We are looking for an Application Engineer to serve as the technical and commercial bridge between customer requirements and our equipment solutions. This role is responsible for reviewing customer specifications, process conditions, technical documentation, and commercial requirements to develop accurate and competitive pumping and grinding solutions.

The successful candidate will work directly with customers, sales teams, and internal engineering groups to evaluate applications, perform pump selections, prepare quotations, and support projects throughout the sales cycle. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex technical requirements into practical and profitable solutions.

As a customer-facing technical expert, the Application Engineer will provide application guidance, recommend equipment selections, and ensure proposed solutions align with customer needs and operating conditions.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review customer specifications, process data, and commercial requirements to identify application needs.
• Select suitable pumping and grinding equipment, considering process conditions and technical specifications.
• Perform sizing, selection, and performance analysis for pumps and grinders using engineering tools.
• Develop technical solutions that optimize product performance and commercial value.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Support sales teams and customers with technical clarifications during the sales cycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Engineering, and Operations, to enhance project execution.
• Assist in developing application tools, processes, and best practices to improve efficiency.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for business processes and internal systems.
• Represent the company professionally at industry events, conferences, and customer meetings.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Process preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in applications engineering or technical sales, with a focus on pumping technologies.
• Proven ability to interpret technical documentation and specifications.
• Experience with progressing cavities, grinders, or positive displacement pumping technologies is an asset.
• Familiarity with industries such as Water/Wastewater, Chemical Processing, or Mining is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in technical analysis and documentation.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and take initiative.
• Proficiency in project planning, multitasking, and a commitment to high work standards.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required by projects.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:(visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
• MDLIVEvirtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
• Preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.

Job Info

• Job Identification 43349
• Job Category Technical
• Posting Date 08/06/2026, 07:47 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 8017 Breen Road, Houston, TX, 77064, US