Applications Engineer

Grundfos

Miami (FL)

Remote

USD 70,000 - 94,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Home working opportunities

Parental support

Annual bonuses

Health insurance

Volunteer leave

Training programs

Job summary

Grundfos is seeking an Applications Engineer to provide expert technical guidance on product selection, system design, and application optimization for high-purity water solutions. You will bridge customer requirements with Grundfos technology, delivering reliable, energy-efficient results while collaborating with Sales and Project teams.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, precise engineering calculations, and cost-effective design choices to meet customer needs.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in applications engineering, technical sales support, or system design.
Strong understanding of high-purity water treatment processes and sanitary design principles.
Proficiency with engineering selection and sizing tools and ability to read technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

Evaluate inquiries and define the technical and commercial scope of proposed high-purity water treatment solutions.
Develop conceptual system designs and perform preliminary engineering calculations for sizing and estimating.
Prepare cost estimates and identify value-engineered alternatives to optimize performance and value.
Research and evaluate equipment options based on technical suitability, lead time, and pricing.
Explore innovative approaches to customer challenges and propose practical solutions.
Partner with Sales to align technical and commercial strategy for Grundfos solutions.
Support customer meetings with technical input and bid clarifications.
Prepare and deliver technical and commercial turnover packages to Project Management and Engineering.
Lead technical review and turnover meetings to confirm supply scope.

Skills

Customer-facing communication

System design

Technical guidance

Cost/value engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Applications Engineer

Job Description

Are you passionate about matching water technology solutions to real-world engineering challenges? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our new Applications Engineer , you will be providing expert technical guidance on product selection, system design, and application optimization to ensure Grundfos solutions meet the precise needs of customers and projects. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing:

As a key part of the Applications Engineering team, you'll create impact by bridging the gap between customer requirements and Grundfos technology to deliver reliable, energy-efficient solutions that advance sustainable high-purity water solutions worldwide.

Your main responsibilities include:

Evaluate customer inquiries, specifications, and operating requirements to define the technical and commercial scope of proposed high-purity water treatment solutions.
Develop conceptual system designs and perform preliminary engineering calculations to support equipment sizing, selection, and estimating.
Prepare detailed cost estimates and identify value-engineered alternatives that optimize system performance, cost, and overall customer value.
Research and evaluate equipment and component options based on technical suitability, availability, lead time, and pricing.
Explore innovative approaches to customer application challenges and recommend practical, technically sound solutions.
Partner with Sales to determine the best path forward for Grundfos-proposed solutions and align the technical and commercial strategy presented to the customer.
Participate in customer meetings, including pre-bid discussions, bid reviews, and technical-clarification meetings, to provide technical support alongside Sales.
Prepare and deliver comprehensive technical and commercial turnover packages to Project Management, Engineering, and Manufacturing.
Lead technical review and turnover meetings to communicate project requirements and confirm the scope of supply with downstream teams.

What makes you a great fit:

Above all, you are a technically sharp engineer with strong customer-facing communication skills and a genuine enthusiasm for solving complex high-purity water system challenges. We would also imagine that you have:

A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
A minimum of 5+ years of experience in applications engineering, technical sales support, or system design.
Strong understanding of high-purity water treatment processes, system hydraulics, sanitary design principles, and high-purity water-quality requirements.
Proficiency with engineering selection and sizing tools and ability to read technical drawings and specifications

It is a plus if you also have:

Experience with Grundfos product lines or comparable water technology platforms
Familiarity with building services, water utility, or industrial process applications
Professional Engineer (PE) license or working toward certification

The salary range for this position is $ 70,000.00 - $94,000.00 per year. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc. The salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in this region.

Why you will love working here:

A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.

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Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Grundfos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant. If you require an accommodation to complete your application or interview, please contact hrservices@grundfos.com. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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Job details

Workplace: Remote Position

Contract Type: Full-Time

Employment Type: Regular

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