US Application Engineer

Donaldson; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson is seeking an Application Engineer to provide comprehensive sales and technical support for OEM and aftermarket products. You will design equipment solutions that meet clients' technical requirements, industry standards, and Facet’s excellence.

Travel up to 50% is expected, with collaboration across regional teams. Ideal candidates have a engineering degree or equivalent, 5+ years in related industries (pressure vessels, piping), and experience in marine or power generation, plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 5+ years of applied industry experience focusing on pressure vessels, piping and pressure equipment design/manufacture
• Experience in the marine and/or power generation industry
• Familiarity with filtration and separation processes

Responsibilities

• Analyze EPC or refinery specs to size and design equipment and prepare quotations
• Interpret industry standards and customer specifications per project
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and manage quote/project files
• Collaborate with vendors and use Salesforce for quotes and sales data
• Support regional sales and service teams with technical expertise across Facet products
• Determine optimal equipment sizing based on customer applications and specs
• Promote Facet products and provide technical support to distributors and end-users
• Coordinate with production planning and drafting to ensure lead times and schedules
• Maintain timely, professional responses to stakeholders and seek value-driven solutions

Skills

5+ years experience

Pressure vessels

Piping design

Marine/power gens knowhow

Filtration basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Equivalent work experience

Job description

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.

Position Summary:

The Application Engineer

provides comprehensive sales and technical support for both original equipment and after-market products leveraging technical, organizational, and customer knowledge, the role supports domestic, international, and inter-company sales efforts by influencing customers and assisting them in applying Facet’s products and services to their needs. The ideal candidate will design and propose technical equipment solutions that align with clients’ technical requirements, international standards, and Facet’s legacy of technical excellence, ensuring ideal user solutions.

Role Responsibilities:

• Analyze EPC or refinery specifications to size and design equipment, determine material requirements, and assess the cost implications and develop and present detailed quotations that highlight the value and competitive edge of Facet equipment.
• Interpret and apply industry standards (ASME, ISO, API, SAE, EI, etc.), customer specifications, and project requirements.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and maintain a systematic approach to quote and project files.
• Collaborate with manufacturing vendors to ensure precise cost details, utilize and maintain Salesforce for managing quotes, opportunities, and sales data in collaboration with the sales team.
• Support Regional Sales Managers, Business Development Managers, and Customer Service teams with technical expertise stay updated on all products within Facet’s portfolio and modify existing designs for new applications.
• Determine optimal equipment sizing based on customer applications and specifications.
• Promote and suggest methods for increasing sales of Facet products to customers and distributors provide technical support to distributors, engineering firms, and end-users.
• Interface with production planning and drafting teams to deliver accurate lead times and project schedules.
• Ensure timely and professional responses to both internal and external stakeholders, maintain and improve margins for capital equipment sales by implementing innovative and cost-effective solutions explore new opportunities and contribute to Facet’s growth by promoting technical solutions to enhance customer value.

Travel: up to 50%

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field OR equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of applied industry experience, with expertise in pressure vessels, piping, and the design/manufacture of pressure equipment.
• Experience in the marine and/or power generation industry
• Familiarity with filtration and separation processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in 2D and 3D design software.
• Knowledge of welding and fabrication processes involving metals, piping, fittings, and materials.
• Strong project management skills with a focus on multi-tasking and prioritization.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:

Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.)

Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans.

Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.