Applications Engineer

Integrated Water Services, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Integrated Water Services, Inc. is seeking an Applications Engineer to develop engineering designs and integrate them into sales proposals. You will work on projects that address water challenges globally, utilizing your skills in fluid dynamics and wastewater aeration. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, 401(k), and paid time off. Occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field is preferred.
• Experience in wastewater aeration and system integration highly valued.
• Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs and integrate them into sales proposals.
• Create CAD drawings for proposals and manuals.
• Support fabrication and coordinate shipments with manufacturing partners.

Skills

Wastewater aeration

Fluid dynamics

System integration

Mechanical aptitude

CAD software skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Environmental, or related Engineering field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Excel

Word

Job description

Make a Global Impact in Water & Wastewater Solutions

KLa Systems, an Integrated Water Services company, designs and delivers innovative jet aeration and mixing systems for industrial and municipal customers around the world. As an Applications Engineer, you’ll sit at the intersection of engineering, sales, and manufacturing—helping turn complex water challenges into real-world solutions used in over 38 countries.

What You’ll Do

• Develop engineering designs and integrate them into professional sales proposal packages
• Create and review CAD drawings for proposals, submittals, fabrication, and IOM manuals
• Review project documentation to ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency
• Support fabrication, shipment coordination, and global manufacturing partners
• Conduct site visits, installations, equipment startups, inspections, and customer training
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues with support from the engineering team
• Document site activities and findings in clear, concise reports
• Help improve workflows and streamline repeatable engineering tasks

Occasional domestic and international travel required.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Environmental, or related Engineering field (preferred)
• Experience in wastewater aeration, fluid dynamics, and system integration
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong software skills (Excel, Word; AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks)
• Mechanical aptitude with a hands‑on, problem‑solving mindset
• Familiarity with pumps, blowers, or process equipment is a plus (training provided)

Why KLa Systems / IWS

• Work on meaningful projects that protect communities and the environment
• Join a highly experienced, collaborative engineering team
• Gain exposure to global projects and customer sites
• Blend design, analysis, and hands‑on field experience

IWS / KLa offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD
  • PTO and 8 company-paid holidays
  • 401k
  • Incentive compensation

Base Salary

$100,000 - $150,000

*The provided base salary range is used nationally. The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc. IWS is an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on marital status, race, color, creed, gender, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, veteran status, union affiliation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, or sexual orientation.