Applications Engineer: Design Systems & Field Startup

DuBois Chemicals, Inc.; Sharonville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DuBois Chemicals is seeking a motivated Applications Engineer to support customer opportunities through equipment specification, system design, and project execution from concept through startup.

The Applications Engineer will collaborate with Commercial, Engineering, and Operations to deliver technically sound, scalable, customer-focused solutions. Depending on experience, this role may support design, field execution, or manage portions of projects, with travel up to 60%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience with CAD or 2D drawing tools (AutoCAD preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to travel up to 50–60%.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support on-site evaluations of customer processes, equipment needs, and operational requirements.
• Assist in the development and specification of equipment systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Partner with Commercial teams to support technical aspects of customer opportunities and solution development.
• Contribute to system layouts, configurations, and engineering documentation.
• Support or manage equipment-related project scope, including timelines and deliverables.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Field teams to support project execution.
• Assist with installation, configuration, and startup of equipment systems at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and system-level issues using standard diagnostic approaches.
• Provide technical support and training to customers and internal teams on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment design, documentation, and execution.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

DuBois Chemicals is seeking a motivated Applications Engineer to support customer opportunities through equipment specification, system design, and project execution from concept through startup.

The Applications Engineer will collaborate with Commercial, Engineering, and Operations to deliver technically sound, scalable, customer-focused solutions. Depending on experience, this role may support design, field execution, or manage portions of projects, with travel up to 60%.