Sr. Application Engineer

Mann; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Career development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

MANN+HUMMEL Goleta is seeking a Sr. Applications Engineer to partner with customers and sales teams from design to after-sales service, ensuring customer needs align with company goals.

The role requires applying UF/RO/NF simulations, managing projects, delivering training, and tracking performance across installations in the Americas. Travel ~30% domestically, growth opportunities, and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in plant operation, construction, engineering services, and/or membrane technology.
• Technical field experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer projects through design, construction, installation, commissioning, pilot trials and operation.
• Perform UF/RO/NF performance simulations to evaluate product capabilities and optimize designs.
• Provide technical support to sales and train customers through webinars and workshops.
• Lead, coordinate, and document high-value projects and prepare technical documents.
• Plan and participate in field assignments, coordinate external service providers, and train internal teams.

Skills

Membrane technology

Project management

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental/Process/Chemical Eng

Relevant field experience

Tools

AutoCAD or similar

Job description

Requisition ID9558-Posted10/20/2026-2MNSL-NA-TS Technical Service Americas-Water Solutions (WM)-Goleta- Job Country (1)

As worldwide experts in filtration, MANN+HUMMEL develop solutions for vehicles, industrial applications, clean air inside vehicles and the sustainable use of water. With team spirit and an open culture of communication, we are continuously working towards achieving our vision of ‘leadership in filtration’. Become part of our team.

Role Summary

The Sr. Applications Engineer partners closely with customers and sales teams, providing support throughout every project phase, from initial design to after-sales service, while ensuring customer needs are met and aligned with MANN+HUMMEL’s goals.

Main Tasks

• Manage customer projects, including design, construction, installation, commissioning, pilot trial and operation.
• Perform technical projections and performance simulations using Ultrafiltration (UF), Reverse Osmosis (RO), and Nanofiltration (NF) software to evaluate product capabilities, optimize system designs, and recommend appropriate solutions for customer applications.
• Analyze competitor products, technologies, and performance specifications to identify opportunities to position, adapt, and optimize MANN+HUMMEL solutions to meet or exceed competitive offerings.
• Dedicate time to direct customer engagement, gathering technical requirements, understanding application needs, communicating product capabilities, and providing recommendations aligned with customer expectations.
• Provide technical support to sales
• Deliver customer training & webinars on product design, operation, and maintenance.
• Lead, manage track, and document high value projects.
• Review and prepare technical documents, including warranty and service agreements.
• Plan and participate in field assignments.
• Coordinate, support, and train external service providers.
• Train internal teams, including service technicians, engineers, and technical sales staff.
• Design, create, and optimize cross-departmental processes.
• Create product-specific materials such as case studies, data sheet, analyses, and presentations.
• Prepare and present technical papers, case studies, and product performance findings at industry conferences, customer meetings, and other technical forums to demonstrate product capabilities and industry expertise.
• Collaborate with R&D to translate customer feedback, market trends, and competitive insights into actionable recommendations for product enhancements, performance improvements, and future product development

Your Profile

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years experience in plant operation, construction, engineering services, and/or membrane technology.
• Technical field experience required.

Skills

• Knowledge of Process membrane technology and water/wastewater systems.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; AutoCAD or similar software a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with initiative and responsibility.
• Travel -Approximately 30% travel within North and South America, with flexibility for short-notice trips.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $110,000 - 130,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment with a global leader in filtration solutions.

Are you full of ideas? Are you keen to take on responsibility and really achieve something? Then our doors are open to you. This company lives out its values, gives people the freedom to use their own initiative, and offers many development exciting opportunities and many exciting projects – all of which awaits you here.