Applications Engineer

About the role

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

The Applications Engineer is responsible for evaluating customer requirements and developing technical and commercial proposals for clean water/municipal equipment solutions. This role serves as a critical link between customers, sales teams, and internal engineering/manufacturing to ensure accurate, timely, and competitive responses to inquiries. This position operates in a fast-paced, high-volume environment supporting distributors, OEMs, EPCs, and end users across a wide range of applications.

Responsibilities

• Proposal & Technical Evaluation
  • Review customer RFQs, specifications, and datasheets to determine appropriate product selection
  • Perform pumping equipment sizing, selection, and configuration
  • Generate detailed quotations including scope, pricing, and lead time
• Customer & Sales Support
  • Serve as a technical resource for internal sales teams and external customers
  • Support distribution network with product selection, troubleshooting, and application guidance
  • Participate in distributor and customer calls, visits, and training as needed
• Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Work closely with the Project Management team to define documentation packages, testing requirements, and customer deliverables early in the quotation phase to ensure accurate scope, compliance, and execution readiness
  • Collaborate with operations and supply chain to confirm feasibility, lead times, and costing
  • Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal capabilities
• Quote and Opportunity Management
  • Manage multiple RFQs simultaneously in a high-volume environment
  • Maintain accurate records of opportunities, quotes, and communications in Salesforce (CRM system)
• Continuous Improvement & Team Support
  • Identify opportunities to improve quoting efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
  • Support development of tools, templates, and documentation
  • Assist in training new team members and sharing application knowledge
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Some travel may be required

Requirements

• Required
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field
  • 0-5 years of related engineering experience (industrial, applications, pumps & hydraulics preferred)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Willingness to travel as needed
• Preferred
  • Experience with pumps, fluid systems, or rotating equipment
  • Exposure to reading specifications and technical drawings
  • Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce) and/or ERP systems (SAP)
  • Experience working with distributors or in a customer-facing role

Benefits

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 12 Company Paid Holidays per year
• Annual Bonus Program
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability, Company Paid Life Insurance
• 6% 401K or Roth Company Match with Immediate Vesting
• Company Paid Retirement Security Contributions following 1 year of employment
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• Quarterly Gym Reimbursement