Manufacturing Application Engineer

Crawford Thomas LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

529 Savings Match & Employer-Paid

Job summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to support custom industrial processing equipment from initial design and testing through installation, commissioning, and startup.

This hands-on role combines process engineering, pilot testing, technical design, and customer support, working closely with engineering, sales, and project management teams.

Travel up to 40% domestically and internationally; compensation includes a $75,000–$95,000 annual salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 2+ years of application engineering or related experience.
• 3+ years of technical problem-solving experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead pilot testing from planning to reporting.
• Set process conditions and equipment settings per customer specs.
• Review drawings, specifications and vendor docs.
• Develop P&IDs and process narratives.
• Support technical sales and project reviews.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing and startups.
• Provide field service and troubleshoot performance issues.
• Coordinate with teams, vendors and customers for successful delivery.

Skills

Process engineering

Technical problem-solving

Project coordination

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

APPLICATION ENGINEER – INDUSTRIAL PROCESS EQUIPMENT

Salary: $75,000–$95,000 Annually (Based on Experience)

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering Required

Experience: 2+ Years in Application Engineering or Custom Capital Process Equipment

Travel: Up to 40% | Domestic & International

Benefits: 401(k), Tuition Assistance, 529 Savings Match & Employer-Paid Benefits

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to support custom industrial processing equipment from initial design and testing through installation, commissioning, and startup.

This hands-on role combines process engineering, pilot testing, technical design, and customer support, working closely with engineering, sales, and project management teams.

What You’ll Do

• Lead pilot testing, including planning, equipment setup, execution, and technical reporting.
• Determine process conditions and equipment settings based on customer specifications.
• Review equipment drawings, technical specifications, and vendor documentation.
• Develop process flow diagrams, simplified P&IDs, and process control narratives.
• Support technical sales, project planning, and equipment design reviews.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing, commissioning, and equipment startups.
• Provide field service, troubleshoot performance issues, and resolve customer concerns.
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and customers to ensure successful project delivery.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• 2+ years of Application Engineering experience or equivalent experience with custom capital process equipment.
• 3+ years of technical problem-solving experience.
• Strong understanding of process engineering, equipment design, and industrial systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and customer expectations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% domestically and internationally.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to work in office, industrial, and indoor/outdoor customer environments.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. in a pilot plant setting.
• Comfortable working in classified hazardous areas while wearing required protective equipment.

Compensation & Benefits

• $75,000–$95,000 annual salary, negotiable based on experience.
• Employer-paid benefits covering up to 85% of employee benefit costs.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• 529 college savings match up to $2,000 annually.
• Tuition assistance.
• 12 paid holidays, with no waiting period for holiday pay.
• One paid wellness day annually, plus $100 toward wellness activities.
• Benefits begin after 60 days.

WHY JOIN?

• Work on custom-engineered industrial equipment from process development through installation and startup.
• Gain hands-on technical experience with domestic and international customer projects.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continued engineering development.