Applications Engineer

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Position Overview
The applications engineer will serve as the technical and commercial bridge between customers and our engineering/manufacturing teams. You will identify customer needs, specify the correct product configuration, support integration discussions, and drive new business opportunities across the mobile, industrial, and off highway marketplaces.


Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering (or equivalent technical experience)
• 3 – 5 years in technical sales, application engineering, or hydraulics and electrification
• Basic fluid power knowledge, including pump sizing fundamentals (flow, pressure, displacement, and power calculations) 
• Basic electrical knowledge, including electric motor control and familiarity with CANbus or other vehicle communication protocols 
• Ability to read hydraulic schematics and electrical wiring diagrams 
• Strong communication skills - comfortable explaining technical concepts to customers by phone, email, and in person 
• Willingness to travel occasionally (~10-20%) for customer visits and field support

Preferred Skills

• Office 365
• Internship or professional experience in fluid power, mobile equipment, or automotive industries
• Familiarity with J1919 CAN bus
• Exposure to steering systems, hydraulic power units, or electro-hydraulic actuation
• CFPHS Certification or interest in pursuing International Fluid Power Specialist Certification

 Responsibilities
·        Act as the technical point of contact for customers integrating electro-hydraulic systems into their end application
·        Perform pump sizing and system level calculations (flow, pressure, pump displacement) to select products that meet customer requirements
·        Support electrical integration including troubleshooting CAN bus communication with the end customer
·        Troubleshoot field and test bench issues with customers
·        Generate application documentation including sizing guides, integration instructions, and frequently asked questions
·        Support development of products to meet unique customer requirements, including prototype development and validation
·        Relay customer feedback into actionable requirements to drive product improvements
·        Assist the sales team with technical presentations, trade show attendance, and product quoting.


Job Type
·       Full-time, onsite


Compensation
·        $80,000 - $100,000 annual salary


Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401k with match, Paid Time Off