Applications Engineer

Job Title: Application Engineer

Job Description

The Application Engineer serves as the key liaison between customers, sales, vendors, engineering, and production to manage repair projects within the service center. This role analyzes repair requirements, develops detailed cost summaries and quotations, and creates clear work instructions to ensure repairs move efficiently through the shop while meeting all technical and quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between customers, sales, vendors, engineering, and production to coordinate all aspects of repair projects.
• Determine repair scope and develop detailed cost summaries and quotations for repair jobs in the service center.
• Prepare and issue accurate quotations based on technical evaluation, customer requirements, and internal cost structures.
• Create comprehensive work instructions that include all pertinent information required to process repairs through the service center.
• Review and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications using AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks to support repair and manufacturing activities.
• Coordinate repair activities with the shop floor, ensuring that work instructions, drawings, and materials are complete and accurate.
• Use SAP or other ERP systems to enter, track, and manage repair orders, purchase orders, and project-related data.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve technical issues related to pump repair, pump parts manufacturing, and related equipment.
• Support the development and implementation of repair solutions that meet fit, form, and function requirements for components.
• Communicate effectively with shop personnel to ensure they understand job requirements, timelines, and technical expectations.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with customers regarding job status, technical questions, and any changes to scope or cost.
• Apply project management principles to ensure repair jobs are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Use strong organizational and analytical skills to prioritize workloads, manage multiple repair projects, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to repair processes, documentation, and use of ERP tools.
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards and supports a strong safety culture in the shop.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME).
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing and shop processes related to repair of pumps and manufacturing of pump parts or closely related equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications using AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.
• Working experience and knowledge of ERP systems; SAP experience strongly desired.
• Technical knowledge of pump design and repair, including fit, form, and function of components (preferred but highly beneficial).
• Mechanical engineering experience with hands-on understanding of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Experience preparing quotations and cost summaries for repair or manufacturing projects.
• Ability to create and manage purchase orders and related documentation within an ERP environment.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including diplomacy and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with shop floor personnel and customers in a technical environment.
• Mechanical engineering project management experience in a repair or manufacturing setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Pump and equipment manufacturing or repair experience is a strong plus.
• Practical experience with pump repair, pump design, and equipment repair.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and SolidWorks for reviewing and interpreting mechanical drawings.
• Exposure to team-oriented, small-shop environments.

Work Environment

This role operates in a small, collaborative team environment of approximately 13 people, with about 6 employees working in the shop. The service center is a temperature-controlled shop, providing a comfortable and consistent working environment. Safety is a core priority, and the organization emphasizes a strong safety culture in all operations. The team-oriented culture supports close collaboration between engineering, shop personnel, and other functions. The company provides uniform cleaning service to support a professional and practical dress standard in the shop. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes paid time off (15 days PTO), company-paid holidays, a retirement plan with a 6% match, and a range of health-related benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability coverage. Additional benefits include health savings account matching, a motivating wellness program, an employee assistance program, paid parental leave, and gym reimbursement, contributing to a supportive and well-rounded work environment focused on employee well-being.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bridgeport, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $36.06/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bridgeport,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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