Applications Engineer

E488 Sulzer Pumps Solutions Inc.; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Company holidays

Bonus program

Medical benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer Pumps Solutions Inc. in the United States seeks an Applications Engineer to evaluate customer requirements and develop technical and commercial proposals for clean water and municipal equipment solutions.

You will bridge customers, sales teams, and internal engineering to deliver timely, competitive responses. The role involves sizing and configuring pumping equipment, generating quotes, supporting distributors and end users, and coordinating with project management, operations, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field.
• 0-5 years of related engineering experience (industrial, applications, pumps & hydraulics preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Preferred experience with pumps, fluid systems, or rotating equipment
• Exposure to reading specifications and technical drawings
• Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce) and/or ERP systems (SAP)
• Experience working with distributors or in a customer-facing role

Responsibilities

• Proposal & Technical Evaluation: Review RFQs, specifications, and datasheets to determine product selection.
• Perform pumping equipment sizing, selection, and configuration.
• Generate detailed quotations including scope, pricing, and lead time.
• Customer & Sales Support: Serve as a technical resource for internal sales and external customers.
• Support distribution network with product selection, troubleshooting, and guidance.
• Participate in distributor and customer calls, visits, and training as needed.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Define documentation packages, testing requirements, and deliverables early in the quote phase.
• Quote and Opportunity Management: Manage multiple RFQs in a high-volume environment and maintain records in the CRM.
• Continuous Improvement & Team Support: Improve quoting efficiency and accuracy; assist in training.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Travel willingness

Customer-facing experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field

Tools

Salesforce

SAP

Job description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation.

About the role

Job Summary: The Applications Engineer is responsible for evaluating customer requirements and developing technical and commercial proposals for clean water/municipal equipment solutions. This role serves as a critical link between customers, sales teams, and internal engineering/manufacturing to ensure accurate, timely, and competitive responses to inquiries. This position operates in a fast-paced, high-volume environment supporting distributors, OEMs, EPCs, and end users across a wide range of applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Proposal & Technical Evaluation Review customer RFQs, specifications, and datasheets to determine appropriate product selection Perform pumping equipment sizing, selection, and configuration Generate detailed quotations including scope, pricing, and lead time
• Customer & Sales Support Serve as a technical resource for internal sales teams and external customers Support distribution network with product selection, troubleshooting, and application guidance Participate in distributor and customer calls, visits, and training as needed
• Cross-Functional Coordination Work closely with the Project Management team to define documentation packages, testing requirements, and customer deliverables early in the quotation phase to ensure accurate scope, compliance, and execution readiness. Collaborate with operations and supply chain to confirm feasibility, lead times, and costing Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal capabilities
• Quote and Opportunity Management Manage multiple RFQs simultaneously in a high-volume environment Maintain accurate records of opportunities, quotes, and communications in Salesforce (CRM system)
• Continuous Improvement & Team Support Identify opportunities to improve quoting efficiency, accuracy, and standardization Support development of tools, templates, and documentation Assist in training new team members and sharing application knowledge
• Secondary Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned. Some travel may be required (<10%)
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field.
• 0-5 years of related engineering experience (industrial, applications, pumps & hydraulics preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Preferred Experience with pumps, fluid systems, or rotating equipment
• Exposure to reading specifications and technical drawings
• Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce) and/or ERP systems (SAP)
• Experience working with distributors or in a customer-facing role

What we offer you

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 12 Company Paid Holidays per year
• Annual Bonus Program
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 6% 401K or Roth Company Match with Immediate Vesting
• Company Paid Retirement Security Contributions following 1 year of employment
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• Quarterly Gym Reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. By supporting water and energy security, enabling the energy transition and driving the use of circular technologies, we help our customers build a better world. With more than 13’000 employees and 160 world-class production facilities and service centers across the globe, we are a globally diverse team. We value the uniqueness of all our colleagues, and we appreciate the contributions that each of us makes to the company’s success. We prioritize your health and safety and are committed to offering a work environment in which you can thrive.