Application Engineer

Durr CTS (Clean Technology Systems) develops advanced environmental technologies to make industrial production cleaner, safer, and more efficient. Across all our product lines, Durr CTS offers responsive, local, and skilled service teams, delivering customer-focused support in maintenance, troubleshooting, spare parts, and plant modifications. Since November 1st, 2025, Durr CTS has operated independently, with 1,300 employees across 12 countries. We provide reliable and innovative environmental technology solutions, helping customers worldwide meet their regulatory and sustainability goals. Air Pollution Control: thermal oxidation, sorptive processes, particulate matter separation Noise Abatement: Silencer products, filtration, gas turbine inlet and exhaust systems by Durr Universal Decentral Power Generation: Organic Rankine Cycle systems with Cyplan® ORC We serve a wide range of industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, food, automotive, energy, surface coating, and many more, providing tailored solutions that help customers meet environmental regulations, reduce emissions, ensure operational reliability, and improve sustainability. Overview The Application Engineer serves as the primary technical resource supporting both field and internal sales teams throughout the technology evaluation and sales process. This role acts as a trusted technical advisor and product advocate, delivering tailored solutions that meet customer requirements and drive successful project outcomes. The Application Engineer will focus primarily on gas turbine inlet and exhaust systems, working closely with customers and internal teams to ensure complete satisfaction and continuous business growth. Key Repsonsibilities Maintain expert-level knowledge of products and their applications, especially gas turbine inlet and exhaust systems. Understand and interpret customer requirements, providing clear communication and reliable solutions. Reviewing customer technical specifications and preparing system descriptions or mark‑ups. Working internally and externally to cost projects during the bid process. Acting as the technical liaison for customers regarding warranty and field issues. Ensuring all engineering requirements are accurately prepared and communicated to customers. Provide technical support during customer visits, including presentations and demonstrations. Lead product design efforts to meet customer‑specific requirements; review and verify fabrication drawings and documentation. Define mechanical design concepts and collaborate with the design department to develop detailed models and drawings. Utilize appropriate design and sizing tools to generate fabrication drawings and ensure manufacturability. Travel to customer sites for scope definition, measurements, and project alignment. (up to 25% travel) Collaborate closely with project managers to align technical deliverables with project schedules and customer expectations. Support sales teams with application, sizing, and selection information to identify new opportunities and develop strategies to win projects. Troubleshoot production and warranty issues, providing timely resolution and engineering support. Deliver technical training and assist sales personnel in product application and design best practices. Candidate Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering or a related discipline. Strong knowledge of acoustics, filtration, aerodynamics, and exhaust after-treatment principles. Proficiency with 3D CAD (preferably) or 2D CAD systems. Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, welding, and manufacturing processes. Ability to work collaboratively in team environments and train others. Experience with exhaust applications such as emissions reduction, silencing, and expansion allowance preferred. Experience in inlet applications such as static and pulse filtration, evaporative cooling, and inlet heating/cooling preferred. Experience with instrumentation for testing and evaluation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing. Self-starter with strong problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities. Ability to convey complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences. Strong organizational and project management skills, with a commitment to quality and accuracy. Team-oriented, proactive, and open to feedback and collaboration. Ability to move around the office and manufacturing floor as needed. Frequent use of computers and office equipment. Ability to remain seated for extended periods (up to 50% of the workday). Willingness to travel to customer sites, including both office environments and active project sites. Ability to travel internationally, primarily Mexico. Comfort with physical requirements of the role, which may include climbing ladders, working at heights, and entering and working in confined spaces Durr CTS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr