Application Engineer – Pumps and Controls

Role Overview

• Create quotes for pumps, grinders, and custom electrical control panels using the ERP system, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing for clients in the water and wastewater industry.
• Answer technical questions from both customers and the sales team, providing expertise on equipment controls, electrical control panels, and related systems.
• Source necessary information from Vogelsang Germany, customers, and suppliers to support the design and implementation of equipment controls and electrical control panels.
• Compile submittal packages to send to customers, including detailed documentation on pumps, grinders, and electrical control panels.
• Oversee orders from start to finish, coordinating with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure timely delivery of custom electrical control panels and related equipment.
• Review purchase orders for parts and assembly orders, comparing for accuracy and data entry quality, with a focus on components related to equipment controls and electrical systems.
• Enter and confirm parts orders, ensuring all components for electrical control panels and related equipment are accurately documented and processed.
• Quote parts, replacement kits, and replacement models, including those for electrical control panels and equipment controls.
• Request clean specifications from engineers and end users to facilitate the design and manufacturing of custom electrical control panels and equipment control systems.
• Request submittal packages from suppliers for motors, gearboxes, panels, and other components related to equipment controls and electrical systems.
• Schedule upcoming bids in ERP system and Salesforce, coordinating with sales and engineering teams to align on opportunities related to equipment controls and electrical control panels.
• Other duties as assigned, including tasks related to the engineering and manufacturing of custom electrical control panels and support for equipment controls in the water and wastewater industry.

Requirements

Required:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Application Engineering or Inside Sales in the pump and controls industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Extensive knowledge of positive displacement pumps (rotary lobe, progressive cavity, gear, or diaphragm pumps).
• Experience in reviewing, interpreting, and quoting from engineering specifications.
• Strong background in pump selection, system design, and performance analysis.
• Familiarity with pump control systems, automation, and electrical integration (VFDs, PLCs, sensors).
• Ability to develop technical proposals, quotations, and bid responses with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), CRM systems, and CAD software (preferred but not required).

Preferred:

• Experience in wastewater, industrial processing, or agricultural applications.
• Working knowledge of fluid dynamics, mechanical seals, and material compatibility.
• Prior experience collaborating with OEMs, engineering firms, and large industrial customers.

Tech Stack

• Assembly
• ERP

Benefits

🔹 Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.** 🔹 Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.** 🔹 A hybrid work environment with opportunities for remote flexibility.** 🔹 The chance to work with a global leader in advanced pumping solutions.** 🔹 A collaborative, team-oriented culture with room for growth and professional development.