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Kyler Professional Search lists this Application Engineer (Washington County) opportunity in washington county, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Application Engineer
Our client is seeking a talented Application Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems, working directly with customers, and turning real-world challenges into practical engineered solutions.
The Application Engineer sits at the intersection of engineering, sales, product development, and the customer , serving as the technical expert throughout the entire customer journey—from initial concept and system design through installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and ongoing support.
The ideal candidate combines strong electrical/electronics knowledge with curiosity, problem-solving ability, and the communication skills to comfortably work with everyone from engineers and plant personnel to sales professionals and business leaders.
If you enjoy figuring out how things work, designing solutions that perform in demanding industrial environments, and seeing your work come to life in the field, this could be an excellent opportunity.
As a key technical resource for both customers and the sales organization, you will:
Develop deep expertise in the company's products, technologies, and applications across industrial markets.
Partner with sales professionals to understand customer requirements and recommend the right technical solution.
Translate customer needs into practical, manufacturable system and product solutions.
Configure standard products and systems to meet application-specific requirements.
Perform engineering calculations and technical analysis to support product selection and recommendations.
Serve as a primary technical point of contact for customers throughout the sales and implementation process.
Create application drawings, technical documentation, specifications, and training materials.
Support system design, testing, verification, installation, programming, commissioning, and startup activities.
Troubleshoot equipment and systems in the field, over the phone, and through electronic support.
Provide technical and product training to customers, sales teams, and other stakeholders.
Test new and existing equipment to verify performance against engineering specifications.
Help evaluate new products and determine their readiness for field deployment.
Provide engineering teams with clear feedback regarding product performance, customer requirements, field issues, and potential improvements.
Accompany sales professionals on customer visits and participate in technical presentations and conference calls.
Identify additional customer needs and opportunities that could lead to future products, applications, or business growth.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering , or a closely related discipline.
~5+ years of technical field, applications engineering, or similar hands-on engineering experience.
~ Experience within oil & gas, mining, power generation, heavy industrial, or similar environments .
~ Familiarity with sensor technologies, industrial monitoring systems, electronics, and network communications .
~ Working knowledge of industrial communication and control protocols, including:
~ Other common industrial communication protocols
Understanding of hazardous locations, classifications, and equipment ratings .
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical projects and competing priorities.
Ability to translate complex technical information into language customers and non-technical users can understand.
Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
AutoCAD
Industrial gas detection or sensor systems
System commissioning and field startup
Mechanical systems or strong mechanical aptitude
You'll likely succeed in this role if you're a self-starter who can think on your feet, troubleshoot methodically, communicate confidently, and move comfortably between the engineering office and the plant floor .
You should also be comfortable working in industrial environments that may include power plants, underground mining operations, oil & gas facilities, and other heavy industrial locations .
Travel & Physical Requirements
Approximately 10% travel to customer and other business locations.
Occasional travel to Canada and Mexico may be required.
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a valid passport.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when necessary for equipment installation, testing, or field support.
You'll have a direct voice in how products are applied, improved, and developed while working closely with customers to solve meaningful safety and operational challenges.
Medical insurance
~ Dental insurance
~ Life insurance
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Who can apply
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