Applications Engineer

Fluid Flow Products; Souderton (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Fluid Flow Products in Souderton, PA is seeking an Applications Engineer to evaluate customer technical requirements and design customized compressed air and filtration solutions for industries such as Power Generation, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, and Food & Beverage.

You will specify components, manage workflows, and maintain engineering documentation within ERP systems while collaborating with sales and field teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Recent graduates welcome; hands-on experience with compressed air systems or filtration is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, size, and specify custom compressed air and filtration systems.
• Manage workflow data and engineering BOMs, configurations, and project schedules.
• Collaborate with sales to develop technical proposals and address RFPs/RFQs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Project juggling

Problem solving

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

P21

SAP

NetSuite

Epicor

Job description

About Us

Fluid Flow serves the industrial marketplace with a comprehensive line of compressed air, filtration, measurement and control, and process equipment products and services from leading manufacturers. Our mission statement, “Adding Value to Quality Products,” reflects our commitment to helping customers maximize the performance and profitability of their operations through our industry-leading technical support, service, and solutions. Our industrial process experts are on-call to answer your questions and provide you with solutions to your most challenging application needs.

Company

Fluid Flow Products

Fluid Flow serves the industrial marketplace with a comprehensive line of compressed air, filtration, measurement and control, and process equipment products and services from leading manufacturers. Our mission statement, “Adding Value to Quality Products,” reflects our commitment to helping customers maximize the performance and profitability of their operations through our industry-leading technical support, service, and solutions. Our industrial process experts are on-call to answer your questions and provide you with solutions to your most challenging application needs. We sell premium compressed air equipment with captive aftermarket. We repair this equipment on-site and on-demand, to ensure complete customer satisfaction.

Website: https://fluidflow.com/

Summary

The Applications Engineer plays a crucial role in evaluating customer technical requirements and designing specialized compressed air and filtration solutions. Serving key sectors—including Power Generation, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, and Food & Beverage—this role is responsible for component specification, workflow integration, and cross-functional technical support. This position is open to experienced engineers as well as entry-level candidates or recent graduates with strong foundational engineering skills and a passion for industrial process systems.

Key Responsibilities

System Design & Technical Specification

• Design, size, and specify custom compressed air systems and filtration systems tailored to process specifications in Power Generation, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, and Food & Beverage applications.
• Select appropriate components, piping, and instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, dew point) to ensure optimal system performance and safety compliance.
• Perform system calculations, technical evaluations, and engineering risk assessments for complex process requirements.

Workflow & Data Management

• Utilize various workflow and P21 ERP systems
• Manage technical BOMs (Bills of Materials), system configurations, project schedules, and engineering changes efficiently.
• Maintain complete and accurate engineering documentation, specifications, and customer-facing technical proposals within internal databases.

Customer & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with sales to deliver technical proposals, answer customer inquiries, and evaluate RFP/RFQ specifications.
• Interface with field technicians and customer engineering teams to troubleshoot system integration, startup, or operational challenges.
• Stay aligned with industry-specific standards and implement as needed for optimal customer results.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Experience Level: Recent graduates considered; direct experience with compressed air systems, industrial filtration, or fluid power/process equipment is a strong plus.

Technical & System Competencies

• Domain Knowledge: Understanding of compressed air principles, air treatment, or liquid/gas filtration media is highly desirable.
• Software & Systems: Proficiency or familiarity with workflow/ERP platforms (e.g., P21, SAP, NetSuite, Epicor, or similar enterprise software) is highly desirable.
• Instrumentation: Experience with process instrumentation, control valves, sensors, or automated monitoring systems is a significant plus.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and mathematical problem-solving skills.
• Clear verbal and written technical communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple technical design requests in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work Location: Souderton, PA office-based with some flexibility.
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel for customer site assessments, commissioning assistance, or industry trade shows as required.
• Physical Demands: Standard office setup with periodic time spent in test lab or industrial environments.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• The ability to pass government background checks and regular drug screening.

Required Licenses And Certifications

• Must have a valid, unexpired driver’s license.
• Good driving record.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Fluid Flow Products operates as a vital subsidiary within Flow Control Group (FCG), a prominent holdings company that is a leading solutions provider focused on technically oriented products and services for flow control, fluid handling and process, industrial automation, and life sciences with locations throughout North America. As a critical intermediary between over 3,000 suppliers and 15,000 customers, over 90 brand companies, and close to 1,700 employees, FCG’s distribution and technical expertise serve an essential function in the movement of mission-critical components to a diverse array of end markets and applications.

Why Build a Career with Us

Everyone’s an Owner of the Company

Because every team member contributes to Flow Control Group’s success, everyone has the benefits of ownership! Flow Control Group has a broad-based employee ownership program extended to every employee within our portfolio companies.

Competitive Benefits

Enjoy an attractive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (among other plans), competitive 401(k) matching program, career growth opportunities, employee referral program, paid time off and holidays, as well as parental leave.

Training

FCG University learning and training platform available to all employees offering over 80k courses.

Career Growth Opportunities

At Flow Control Group, we are committed to your professional development. With a vast network of over 100 brands across North America, we provide unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer custom training programs, mentorship, and a supportive environment to help you achieve your goals. Join us and be part of a dynamic team where your contributions make a real impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristics.