Inside Applications Engineer -- Final Control Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a day where your engineering know-how fuels outcomes for world-class manufacturers

Picture this: you start the morning reviewing a customer spec for a high-purity Life Sciences application. By lunch, you’ve sized a control valve, validated regulator selection, and issued a precise quotation. The afternoon brings a quick call with an Account Manager to resolve a PO discrepancy, followed by advising a natural gas utility on pressure management. You wrap with proactive follow-ups that move opportunities forward—because you’re the technical anchor for your account team.

About Control Associates

For over 90 years, Control Associates has advanced industrial process automation across the New York tri-state area. As an Emerson partner, we deliver valves, regulators, valve automation, measurement, pressure management, asset reliability, data management, and full process automation solutions to premier clients in Life Sciences, Natural Gas Distribution & Transmission, HVAC, Power, Chemical, and Downstream Hydrocarbons.

Impact You’ll Make

• Own internal account relationships for offerings including control valves, regulators, valve automation, instrument & valve services, and process automation solutions.
• Interpret specifications, technical requirements, and commercial terms; perform application engineering; build accurate, compliant quotations.
• Serve as the primary inside point of contact—responding to RFQs, providing technical data, and guiding troubleshooting.
• Audit purchase orders against quotations and resolve variances professionally and promptly.
• Issue comprehensive quotes and conduct timely follow-up to drive wins.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemistry/Biology, Computer/Technology, or Mechanical preferred).
• 2+ years in engineering, operations, or sales within our served industries.
• 2+ years supporting clients in a sales organization or process.
• Strength in prioritization, multitasking, and resolving customer deliverables with urgency and quality.
• Collaborative approach and track record of team results.
• Professionalism, strong work ethic, and pride in outcomes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel, and CRM platforms.
• Customer-first mindset with relationship-building skills.
• Problem-solver for both technical and commercial challenges.

How We Work (Our Values in Action)

• Customer Focus: Deliver accurate, timely solutions that earn trust and long-term partnerships.
• Collaboration: Partner closely with Account Managers, Sales Coordinators, and technical teams to create seamless experiences.
• Innovation: Apply creative engineering thinking to complex process control problems.
• Integrity: Communicate transparently and keep commitments.
• Passion: Bring energy, curiosity, and a strong work ethic to every engagement.

Rewards & Growth

• Compensation: Base salary of $70,000–$93,000 plus bonus potential tied to technical and sales impact.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental and vision; flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, commuter tax benefits; company-paid long-term disability and life insurance.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO (vacation, holidays, sick) and standard hours Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM.
• Financial Security: 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Professional Development: In-house and client/system-specific technical training to grow your expertise.

Nice-to-have familiarity

• Retail Sales
• Service Advisor/Writer
• Recruiting
• Territory Sales
• Business-to-Consumer (B2C)
• Tax Preparation

Where You’ll Work

Allendale, NJ (in-office). Relocation to the NYC tri-state area may be required if you’re not local.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re an engineering professional with 2–3 years of experience who blends technical depth with collaboration and a drive for customer success, we’d love to connect.

Legal notices

Control Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

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Location: Allendale, NJ (in-office, not remote) | Relocation to NYC tri-state area required if not currently local. Work visa sponsorship not available. Direct hire only.