Applications Engineer

Flowserve Corporation; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 94,967 - 142,518; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement planning (401(k))

Educational Assistance Program

Time off policies

Job summary

Flowserve is seeking a technically strong Staff Applications Engineer to support industrial and engineered-to-order flow control solutions. This role combines engineering expertise, commercial awareness, and customer engagement to develop competitive technical solutions for complex applications across a variety of industries.

The ideal candidate will partner with sales, manufacturing, engineering, and operations to evaluate customer requirements, prepare quotations, and support the order

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• 3+ years in Applications Engineering or related industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read specifications, drawings, and customer requirements.
• Strong communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications and RFQs to develop solutions.
• Prepare technical and commercial quotations for pumps and valves.
• Size, select, and cost engineering flow control systems.
• Serve as liaison among customers, sales, and internal teams.
• Support pricing strategy and lead-time coordination.
• Analyze operating conditions to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure order handoff and complete documentation.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Summary

Flowserve is seeking a technically strong and customer-focused Staff Applications Engineer to support industrial and engineered-to-order flow control solutions. This role combines engineering expertise, commercial awareness, and customer engagement to develop competitive technical solutions for complex applications across a variety of industries.

The ideal candidate will partner closely with sales, manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams to evaluate customer requirements, recommend optimized solutions, prepare quotations, and support the order execution process from inquiry through handoff. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges while working in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications, RFQs, datasheets, and technical requirements to develop accurate application solutions and product recommendations


• Prepare technical and commercial quotations for pumps, valves, seals, or engineered flow control systems


• Perform application review, sizing, selection, and costing activities in collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and sourcing teams


• Serve as a technical liaison between customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders throughout the proposal and order lifecycle


• Support inside and outside sales teams with product expertise, pricing strategy, and lead-time coordination


• Analyze customer operating conditions and recommend solutions that improve reliability, efficiency, and performance


• Review purchase orders and customer documentation to ensure compliance with quoted scope and technical requirements


• Manage order handoff and complete order documentation for execution teams


• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quote accuracy, response time, and customer satisfaction


• Support cross-functional problem solving and provide technical guidance as needed


• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline


• 3+ years of experience in Applications Engineering, Inside Sales Engineering, Technical Sales, or a related industrial environment


• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings, and customer requirements


• Demonstrated ability to balance technical and commercial considerations in proposal development


• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work directly with customers and cross-functional teams


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred

• Experience in fluid handling, flow control, rotating equipment, or process industries such as oil & gas, chemical, power, water, or general industrial markets


• Experience supporting industrial equipment such as pumps, valves, seals, rotating equipment, or engineered systems


• Familiarity with API, ANSI, ASME, or ISO standards


• Exposure to engineered-to-order or configure-to-order products


• Knowledge of costing, margins, and commercial proposal strategy


• Experience using SAP, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications

Benefits Starting From Day 1

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options)


• Life Insurance + Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance


• Short- and Long-Term Disability


• Retirement Planning, 401(k) plan, & Financial Wellness Resources


• Educational Assistance Program


• Time off Policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid vacation)


• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment

Total Base Pay Range

• 94,967.41 - 142,517.90 USD

Location: Vernon, CA