Application Engineer - Valves Job Details | Celeros Flow Technology

ABOUT THE JOB - APPLICATION ENGINEER - COPES-VULCAN

Location:  Houston, Westplain Campus

Work Environment: Monday – Friday

Work Schedule/Hours:  Normal Business Hours

Pay Range: 85 - 95k based on experience

JOB SUMMARY

As Application Engineer, you will be responsible for the application and quotation of Copes-Vulcan products in response to product/solution inquiries from customers and representatives in accordance with established company policies and practices. In performing your role, you will work in close conjunction with customers/representatives to provide the best possible available solution. You will serve as the interface between our operational and support departments as together, we work to exceed customers’ expectations. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Your responsibilities will include correspondence and inquiries for three key areas:

• Application of product
• Technical information
• Prices

More specifically, your responsibilities will include:

• Handling all correspondence and inquiries with customers and reps regarding the application of the product, technical information, process and preparation of quotations, and system sketches where necessary.
• Working closely with the appropriate resources to proactively represent and service customers and sales channel representatives.
• Serving as technical interface with internal and external personnel; supporting technical presentations to customers; supporting a large installed base with responses to technical questions and installations.
• Assisting customers and/or representatives on all questions concerning our product specifications.
• Maintaining records of each representative’s quotations; stakeholder updates; and data key to creating the weekly quotation forecast.
• Working closely with customers on issues related to application, design, manufacturing, and quality of products in an effort to reach a prompt resolution.
• Cooperating with regional managers in regards to quotations, inquiries, and all phases of new business development.
• Adhering to all internal procedures related to bid preparation, proposal tracking, order hand-over packages, and internal sales forecasting tools.
• Reviewing critical valve application information and provide advice on solutions
• Serving as liaison between Sales and other departments.
• Supporting Product Development as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Some technical knowledge with control valves, desuperheaters, and steam conditioning products and the systems they go in is a plus.
• Ability to perform control valve sizing and selection preferred.
• Familiar with successful business improvement, margin improvement and cost reduction programs.
• Understanding of custom systems in power plants and industrial plants.
• Ability to understand valve specifications and supporting design reviews.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English.
• A desire to develop a career with a commercial focus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a strong team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree, preferably in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• 0-3 years of related experience, internship(s) and/or training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Be computer efficient (Word, Excel, Outlook and SAP experience beneficial).

WHAT WE DO

Celeros Flow Technology is helping to engineer a more sustainable future by developing products for emerging applications in carbon capture and storage, new nuclear, and renewable energy while continuing to support existing customers to decarbonize their operations. Our full lifecycle solutions are designed to reduce emissions, optimize operational efficiency, and deliver sustainable returns. Together, we can create a safer, more resilient, and cleaner energy future.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

Providing great benefit choices to you and your family is just one of the many ways Celeros Flow Technology supports the physical, financial, and emotional well-being of the people who make our company successful – YOU!

Key benefits include:

                        Health Insurance (effective on start date)

                        Dental/Vision (effective on start date)

Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

Life Insurance/Disability/Accident/Critical Illness

401(k) Savings Plan with generous company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off/Generous Holiday Schedule

Flexible work schedules/Hybrid work schedules (where permitted by job demands)

Celeros Flow Technology is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants must have current authorization to work in the country in which the position is located to be considered.