Associate Application Engineer

Chromalox; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electrical thermal solutions is seeking an Associate Application Engineer. The successful candidate will design and quote innovative solutions for heating applications, support sales efforts, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver effective thermal solutions. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years related experience in engineering.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and quote solutions for thermal applications.
• Provide technical support to the sales team.
• Manage pricing and margin targets for key accounts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering

Appropriate technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Associate Application Engineer

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

Under the supervision of Application Engineering Management, the Associate Application Engineer will analyze heating applications to design innovative, customer focused solutions.

You will work on customer quotes to develop cost-effective solutions for each unique heating and temperature control application. The Associate Application Engineer position is vital in providing technical support to our sales team and will partner with design engineering to provide design and order support across the organization.

Your Responsibilities:

• Design and quote premium solutions for standard and customer specific thermal applications.
• Coordinate quotation and order entry activities with sales force, engineering, and plant personnel including sample orders and drawings for approval.
• Understand markets and competition in each market to manage quotation of competitive designs.
• Assist Sales Engineers by providing expertise to offer optimal thermal solution for unique applications.
• Determine requirements for materials and related cost for product designs by working with engineering and purchasing departments.
• Manage pricing and margin targets for key accounts and new opportunities.
• Become proficient in using product design and pricing tools.
• Assist customers and representatives in trouble-shooting common problems with equipment or applications.
• Approve and support orders. Work with both design engineering and sales to play a key role in designing and order support.
• Lead meetings with engineering, production, project management, finance, and sales to gain visibility and communicate accurate dates to customers for large order opportunities.
• Assist in documenting, analyzing, and improving processes.
• Support or facilitate process improvement projects and strategic projects as required.

Our Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering is preferred. Appropriate technical degree or equivalent experience required.
• 1-5 years related experience.
• Working experience with Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills verbal, written and presentation formats to all types of audiences.
• Strong customer service and time management skills.

EEO Statement

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.