Applications Engineer - Industrial Pumps

PSG California LLC; Grand Terrace (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Discretionary bonus

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

PSG California LLC in California is seeking an Applications Engineer to respond to inquiries from the sales force or customers about the technical aspects of PSG's products and services. You will lead technical training on product selection, performance, and troubleshooting, review engineering specs, and develop knowledge of our offerings.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering with 2+ years of relevant experience in pumps, valves, system design or rotating equipment, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in MS Office and able to interpret engineering specs.
• Strong written and verbal communication with customers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to sales team and channel partners for selection, configuration, and quotation of products.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for channel partners and end users.
• Conduct technical training of internal team members, channel partners, and other industry participants such as EPCs, consultants, and end users.
• Support marketing activities with market literature and participation in trade shows and events.
• Carry out market research and report on competitive products and market activity.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of product offerings; communicate new needs to Product Management.
• Follow company processes and policies pertaining to the role; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical communication

Customer interaction

Pump knowledge

System design

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Self-starter

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

PSG® is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most.

Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids.

Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world‑class brands, including Abaque®, All‑Flo™, Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em‑tec®, Griswold®, Hydro™, Malema™, Mouvex®, Neptune®, PSG® Biotech, Quantex™, Quattroflow®, and Wilden®.

PSG products are manufactured on three continents – North America, Europe, and Asia – in state‑of‑the‑art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO‑certified.

PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit psgdover.com.

We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals.

PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close‑to‑the‑customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company’s scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover.

Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment.

PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion.

We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.

The Applications Engineer responds to inquiries from the organization's sales force or customers about the technical aspects of the organization's products and services.

Leads technical training about product selection, performance, and troubleshooting.

Reviews engineering specifications and generates proposals.

Develop skills and knowledge of the organization's products and services.

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, or equivalent relevant education and work experience.

Experience: 2+ years of experience with engineering degree (Applications Engineer) Relevant industry experience (pumps, valves, system design, rotating equipment, etc.) desired.

• Able to quickly learn products in detail which includes the operating principles and performance characteristics.
• Ability to professionally interact with customers on technical matters
• Ability to select a pump and/or accessories based on application requirements
• Ability to analyze a mechanical system and provide technical guidance for operation and troubleshooting
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks
• A self‑starter with ability to solve problems and anticipate and avoid issues
• Clear, concise, and articulate communication skills - verbal, written and listening
• Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win

• Provide guidance to sales team and channel partners for selection, configuration, and quotation of products.
• Provides technical support and troubleshooting for channel partners and end users.
• Conducts technical training of internal team members, channel partners, and other industry participants, such as EPCs, consultants, and end users.
• Provides technical support in marketing activities such as creation of market literature, preparing for and supporting trade shows, industry events and PSG product training and customer events.
• Conduct market research through trade associations, internet investigation and corporate services.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of competitive products and their activity in the marketplace and provide reports, on a regular basis.
• Investigate market needs for innovative products and communicate them to Product Management as opportunities for product development.
• Follows all company processes and policies pertaining to role.
• Other duties as assigned

Travel: Limited travel required

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The work is predominantly sedentary and requires minimal or negligible physical exertion. The employee is normally seated; however, the nature of the work allows for periods of standing or walking at will. Strength to lift or carry files weighing up to ten (10) pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screen, and ability to hear and speech to communicate in person, telephone or over Teams.

Work Environment: The environment is primarily in a controlled climate office setting but will also require time on the manufacturing floor. The manufacturing environment is subject to moderate changes in temperature, and the employee may be exposed to typical hazards of noise, flying debris, and overhead hazards requiring the use of proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Pay Range: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 USD Annually

• a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• wellness programs
• health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
• optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
• commuter benefits
• parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
• paid time off, including 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance
• business travel services
• employee discounts
• an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Pay Range: USD 85000.00 - 100000.00 Annually

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

We Are Dover Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach, our team takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.