Senior Application Engineer

Sulzer Sr. Application EngineerSulzer 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 RoleThe 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 Engineering3+ years' experience in design of biological wastewater treatment systems2+ years' experience in technical sales work with an understanding of how to interpret customer's technical requirementsBasic understanding of unit operations and wastewater analysisConceptual system aptitudeExcellent communication skillsSelf-motivated and takes initiativesStrong planning and organizational skillsOpen to learningTravel: This position will not require regular business travel but may be required to visit customers onsite as needed for pilot studies.What We Offer You15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays401k plan with a 6% matchComprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disabilityMotivating wellness programEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid paternal leaveGym reimbursementSulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.