Applications Engineer - Chemical Pulping

Syntron Material Handling Group; Ohio; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Applications Engineer specializing in Chemical Pulping. This role involves providing engineering services, supporting sales, and optimizing processes. You will travel frequently to assist with system audits and troubleshooting while collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant engineering degree and strong analytical skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values personal accountability and offers robust benefits from day one, including medical, dental, and a 401k plan.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k plan

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for sales presentations and system audits.
• Prepare process flow sheets and select proper equipment.
• Write and present technical papers on system technology.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

System material balancing skills

Process instrumentation and controls

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Pulp & Paper Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

KADANT BLACK CLAWSON LLCis an established leader in equipment and systems for the international pulp and paper process industries. For 150 years, we’ve helped our customers reduce their input costs and improve efficiency through innovative products and technologies. Our sustainability efforts have been nationally recognized, and Kadant is also listed on the New York Stock Exchange (KAI). Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in Lebanon, OH, where we design and manufacture our products for customers across the globe.

We currently seek to fill the position of Applications Engineer - Chemical Pulping to provide engineering services relating to quotation development, pre- and post-sales support, and process audits and optimization, all while advancing KBC’s mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business.

Responsibilities

• Travels to provide engineering support for sales presentations, system audits, mill surveys, system start-ups, and trouble-shooting assignments.
• Handles systems technology questions from Sales & Marketing personnel, as well as calls from customers.
• Prepares process flow sheets containing complete material balancing and equipment identification.
• Selects the proper equipment from technical manuals and from experience to implement process functions defined on flow sheets. When necessary, consults with other engineers when equipment selection is difficult or unusual.
• Works with foreign divisions to balance and size equipment for their system proposals.
• Writes and presents technical papers, informing the paper industry of KBC’s latest system technology.
• Prepares additional content as required for proposals; organizes all proposal information and prepares proposals with clerical assistance as needed by others.
• Maintains the Applications Engineering drawings and project files, along with maintaining the reference drawing files and TIB application manuals.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Possesses system material balancing skills and understands process instrumentation and controls.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. ERP and AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Demonstrates KBC values of personal accountability, discipline, trust, and proactive action.
• This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, Pulp & Paper Science, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• A basic knowledge of KBC equipment and systems technology, including process control, is desirable.
• Four years’ experience in process engineering is preferred.
• May occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. at customer sites. Must wear required personal protective equipment when visiting customers and other facilities.
• Due to frequent visits at customer sites and mills, this position is safety sensitive. In order to ensure a safe work environment for our employees and our customers, all Kadant employees in safety sensitive positions will be subject to random drug testing.

Travel Required

Must be able to handle prolonged and frequent travel. Approx. 40 - 50%

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

All benefits, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401k are effective upon hire! Position is located in Lebanon, OH (north of Cincinnati). Relocation may be available.