Application Engineer II - Valves (60787)

Company: SPX FLOW
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

Requisition ID--60787-----Posted--30/06/2020-----AMER-----United States-----Texas-----Houston-----Commercial (COMMER) For over 140 years our products have helped ensure the safe, reliable operations of key industries. With a passion for precision and partnership, Celeros Flow Technology continues this heritage of high performance and dependability, providing mission critical, sustainable flow control solutions for our customers around the globe. Celeros Flow Technology is looking for individuals with a voice and a vision. We embrace change, diversity and promote new ways of looking at old ideas.--We seek talented professionals to join our world-class team of innovators in a global, collaborative & multi-cultural environment, where you will be challenged, supported and inspired to be extraordinary. APPLICATION ENGINEER II - VALVES The Application Engineer - The Application Engineer is responsible for the application and quotation of Copes Vulcan products in response to customer and/ or representative inquiries, in accordance with established company policies and practices. This position acts as an expert in solutions related to Copes Vulcan offerings and works in close conjunction with customers and representatives to provide the best possible available solution. Acts as an interface between operational and support departments in exceeding customer's expectations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

• Handling all correspondence and inquiries with customer and reps regarding application of product, technical information, process and preparation of quotations and system sketches where necessary.
• Working closely with the appropriate resources within to proactively represent and service customers and sales channel representatives.
• Supporting technical presentations to customers.
• Assist customer and/ or representatives on all questions concerning our product specifications.
• Maintain records of representative's quotations and updates to all stakeholders
• This position will work closely with customers on issues related to application, design, manufacturing, and quality of products in an effort to reach a prompt resolution.
• Handling all correspondence and inquires with customers and reps regarding:
• Application of Product
• Technical Information
• Prices
• Preparation of quotations and system sketches where necessary.
• Assist customers and/or representatives on all questions concerning our product specifications.
• Cooperate with regional managers in regards to quotations and inquiries.
• Maintain proper records to permit the formation of weekly quotation forecast.
• Assist reps and their personnel in matters of policies and procedures.
• Adhering to all internal procedures related to bid preparation, proposal tracking, order hand-over packages, and internal sales forecasting tools.
• Technical interface with internal and external personnel
• Support of large installed base with responses to technical questions and installations.
• Understanding valve specifications and supporting design reviews
• Capable to perform control valve sizing and selection
• Understanding of customer systems in Power Plants and Industrial Plants
• Ability to review critical valve application information and provide advice on solutions
• Liaison between sales department and other departments.
• Assist customer and/ or representatives on all questions concerning our product specifications.
• Work closely with customers on issues related to application, design, manufacturing, and quality of products in an effort to reach a prompt resolution.
• Cooperate with regional managers on all phases of new business development.
• Directly review and process all incoming customer inquiries
• Support Product Development SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Technical knowledge with Control Valves, Desuperheaters and Steam Conditioning Products and the systems they go in.
  • A strong commercial focus.
  • Team leadership and motivational skills.
  • Shrewd in negotiation.
  • Familiar with successful business improvement, margin improvement and cost reduction programs.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both spoken and written English. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
    • 3+ years related experience as an Application Engineer
    • Bachelor's degree (Mechanical or Chemical Engineering preferred) or combination of education and 5+ years of applicable experience. DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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 on the basis of 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.

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