Applications Engineer – Rotating Equipment Solutions

Ohio Transmission Corporation; Lake Lotawana (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Relocation assistance

PTO

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ohio Transmission Corporation’s OTC Industrial Technologies unit seeks an Applications Engineer to bridge engineering design and customer requirements with technical support for sales activities and product customization.

You will review designs, quote and order products, manage projects, and mentor junior staff. Occasional travel to customer sites and meetings is expected; a strong engineering background and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, or similar field preferred.
• 3–8 years of engineering or application work in rotating equipment, or 0–3 years with a 2- or 4-year degree.
• Experience with EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contractors.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or engineering design drawings.
• Familiarity with distribution model and/or industrial equipment sales.
• Experience with rotating equipment product lines and manufacturers; pumps sizing and selection.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a customer-facing technical role.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for inside and outside sales activities.
• Assist outside sales with proposals and customer engagement.
• Collaborate with vendor reps and engineers for optimal solutions.
• Review customer design requests and select appropriate products.
• Create and manage customer quotes and enter orders into OTC systems.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and communications.
• Mentor and support junior team members in technical tasks.
• Travel occasionally for customer visits, vendor meetings, or oversight.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Customer-facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Ohio Transmission Corporation’s OTC Industrial Technologies unit seeks an Applications Engineer to bridge engineering design and customer requirements with technical support for sales activities and product customization.

You will review designs, quote and order products, manage projects, and mentor junior staff. Occasional travel to customer sites and meetings is expected; a strong engineering background and communication are essential.