Senior Applications Engineer

John Zink; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

John Zink, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, seeks a Senior Applications Engineer to help industrial customers solve combustion challenges in Tulsa, OK. You will lead discussions with customers, evaluate technical and economic tradeoffs, and develop end-to-end solutions with cross-functional teams.

The role requires experience in boilers, burners, HRSGs and related technologies, plus the ability to travel up to 20% to support global clients and projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with process design, technical sales, or customer-focused engineering activities.
• Experience working in a collaborative engineering environment.
• Experience in boilers, burners, HRSG, and other combustion products.
• Willing to travel up to 20% (domestic and international).

Responsibilities

• Lead formal and informal presentations to progress high level knowledge sharing around technologies and operating practices.
• Engage in discussions with a global customer base to understand equipment needs.
• Coordinate with multiple John Zink and Koch Engineered Solutions offices to meet customer needs.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop technical and commercial proposals communicating value of solutions.
• Work with equipment execution team to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Develop commercial proposals based on applications of our technical solutions.

Skills

Process design

Technical sales

Collaborative engineering

Combustion knowledge

Customer engagement

Opportunity evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Technology Engineering

Job description

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John Zink, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is looking to add a Senior Applications Engineer to our team. This position is located in Tulsa, OK.

John Zink, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is looking to add a Senior Applications Engineer to our team. This position is located in Tulsa, OK.

The Senior Applications Engineer plays a critical role in helping industrial customers solve complex combustion challenges through the selection and application of John Zink boiler burner, duct burner and combustion technologies. This position combines technical expertise, commercial acumen, and direct customer engagement to develop solutions that create long-term value. Working with customers and internal teams across multiple regions, the Senior Applications Engineer will help identify opportunities, evaluate technical and economic tradeoffs, and deliver solutions that support customer success and business growth.

What You Will Do

• Lead formal and informal presentations to progress high level knowledge sharing around technologies and operating practices.
• Engage in discussions with a global customer base to better understand their equipment needs.
• Coordinate with multiple John Zink and Koch Engineered Solutions business offices to find creative solutions that best meet the customer’s needs.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of engineers to develop the technical and commercial proposal that communicates the value of our proposed solution.
• Work with the equipment execution team to ensure the equipment is built in compliance with customer specifications and expectations.
• Develop commercial proposals based upon applications of our technical solutions.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience with process design, technical sales, or customer-focused engineering activities
• Experience working in a collaborative engineering environment
• Experience in boilers, burners, heat recovery steam generators (HRSG), utility boilers and other combustion products
• Willing to travel up to 20% (domestic and international)

What Will Put You Ahead

• Ten (10) years of applications engineering, technical sales, or business development experience
• Experience working in the Utility, Petrochemical, or Refining industries
• Experience with pricing strategy, negotiating contracts, etc.
• Experience working with global customers and cross-functional engineering and commercial teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Technology Engineering, or other relevant technical degree or 5+ years of closely related experience in the combustion industry

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

John Zink, a Koch Engineered Solutions business, is the leading global combustion and emission control partner, delivering exceptional, tailored solutions including industrial burners, flares, thermal oxidizers, and vapor control systems. Backed by decades of proven performance, unrivaled research and development, plus expert service and support, we tackle the industry’s most challenging demands and foster transformative, collaborative partnerships. Our enduring commitment to excellence not only shapes our legacy but also our future, by delivering reliable solutions that drive progress and ensure lasting impact for decades to come.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

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