Senior Application Engineer

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. About the role The Sr. Application Engineer develops technical proposals for projects including proposing modifications to the standard design and configures the using design and costing tools. Works independently and develops technical responses to the customer. Essential Functions Applies in-depth knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Screens customer's inquiries to ensure they contain all information required to submit a quotation. Liaises with sales/customers to obtain any missing information. Collects, understands, and interprets customer’s requirements for new and/or operating data from customer’s existing systems. Development of the technical proposal/quotation, including equipment description and specifications, and reviews and negotiates necessary technical revisions with the customer. Responds to questions and inquiries from the customer regarding technical problems and issues that arise and provides related technical support or assistance, in a timely manner. Upon customer order, reviews/approves the scope of supply and creates job file per Sulzer specifications. Understands and provides solutions to large and/or complex problems. Requires independent judgement, initiative and sound decision making. Secondary Functions Meets with customers on-site, as required, to review specifications and requirements, present and discuss the company’s proposal, and participate in project initiation as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering. 3+ years’ experience in design of biological wastewater treatment systems. 2+ years’ experience in technical sales work with an understanding of how to interpret customer’s technical requirements. Basic understanding of unit operations and wastewater analysis. Conceptual system aptitude. Excellent communication skills. Self‑motivated and takes initiative. Strong planning and organizational skills. Open to learning. Travel This position will not require regular business travel but may be required to visit customers onsite as needed for pilot studies. What we offer you 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays. 401k plan with a 6% match. Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life, short‑term & long‑term disability. Motivating wellness program. Employee Assistance Program. Paid paternal leave. Gym reimbursement. Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment. Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. By supporting water and energy security, enabling the energy transition and driving the use of circular technologies, we help our customers build a better world. With more than 13,000 employees and 160 world‑class production facilities and service centers across the globe, we are a globally diverse team. We value the uniqueness of all our colleagues, and we appreciate the contributions that each of us makes to the company’s success. We prioritize your health and safety and are committed to offering a work environment in which you can thrive. Join our team now to grow your expertise and develop solutions that truly make a difference! #J-18808-Ljbffr