Applications Engineer

About the role

The Applications Engineer at the Curtiss-Wright Nuclear Division QualTech NP Cincinnati location supports the development and delivery of product and service solutions by combining technical expertise with customer-facing skills. The role collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to analyze requirements, develop solutions, and prepare technical and commercial proposals that secure future business across a wide range of products and services.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing customer requirements, specifications and associated industry standards and developing clear, concise and accurate proposals ensuring compliance with customer purchasing requirements.
• Developing thorough and detailed technical compliance matrices with necessary clarifications and/or exceptions defining the scope of work.
• Providing innovative, practical solutions to advance technical engineering problems.
• Preparing detailed cost estimates, including identifying vendors to source materials and services needed to execute the work.
• Sustaining effective customer & vendor communications, ensuring that all requirements and expectations are addressed effectively and timely.
• Efficiently and effectively work towards goals in a complex, varied and highly regulated environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field, Electrical or Mechanical preferred.
• Four (4) to Six (6) years of related experience in applications engineering, technical sales support or related engineering roles.
• Experience supporting pre-sales activities, cost estimation, and proposal development.
• Ability to translate technical requirements into system plans and documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to customer and engineering challenges.
• Effective communication skills for presenting to customers and working across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed for technical support and implementation activities.
• Commitment to continuous learning, technical skill development and collaborative teamwork.
• Excellent organization, communication (written and oral) and presentation skills.
• Capable of coordinating multiple responsibilities.
• Knowledge of basic engineering processes and procedures and experience in a highly regulated industry.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Passport required for international travel.

Skills

• Technical writing and proposal development.
• Customer relationship management.
• Pre-sales support.
• Cost estimation.
• Technical analysis and problem-solving.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Travel and customer site support.

Benefits

We take care of our people! Paid Time Off, 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing, Health and Wellness Benefits, Learning and Development Opportunities, Referral Program, Competitive Pay, Recognition, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Inclusive & Supportive Culture.

Pay

$76,200.00 - 85,000.00 per year

Schedule

N/A