Application Engineer

Direct message the job poster from Advantage Technical Position Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 (Depending on Experience) Responsibilities: The Applications Engineer serves as a critical liaison between the customer, sales, and engineering teams. This role provides both pre-sales and post-sales technical support with a focus on reciprocating compressors used in the oil & gas industry. The ideal candidate will possess both strong engineering knowledge and the communication skills necessary to support product installations, troubleshoot performance issues, develop technical documentation, and deliver compelling product presentations. Serve as the technical point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders on applications involving reciprocating compressor valves and related systems. Collaborate with the Engineering Manager and sales team to review project requirements, develop proposals, and ensure timely delivery of solutions. Provide engineering input and support across the full sales lifecycle—from initial project scoping, site data collection, and technical solution development to implementation and after-sales support. Support the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of compressor valves; collect operational data for continuous improvement and diagnostics. Develop and deliver technical presentations, product demonstrations, and training sessions for customers and internal teams. Maintain detailed records of installations, field performance, and customer feedback to support product improvements and innovation. Contribute to the development of marketing and training materials, including application notes, case studies, and user guides. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar background from an accredited 4 year university 2 years of experience in mechanical systems, preferably involving reciprocating compressors or similar equipment. Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals with the ability to analyze and interpret performance data and mechanical drawings. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Highly organized, self-motivated, and collaborative team player. Willing and able to travel domestically and occasionally internationally as required. Experience supporting reciprocating compressors in oil & gas applications is a plus Familiarity with compressor system troubleshooting, diagnostics, and performance analysis. Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) 401K + Matching PTO Seniority level Seniority level Associate Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Industries Engineering Services, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Advantage Technical by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Application Engineer” roles. Greater Houston $99,461.00-$128,329.00 1 week ago Houston, TX $130,000.00-$170,000.00 1 month ago Product Engineer(A Group MLB PE 02 )-Houston,TX Solutions Engineer | 100% Remote | VC-backed, SaaS Company Sales/Application Engineer - Mechanical Equipment - Wastewater Software Engineer- $140,000-180,000 + bonus! Houston, TX $140,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks ago Houston, TX $89,000.00-$150,200.00 4 days ago Autonomous Control Software Systems Engineer Applications Engineer - Technology Services - School Year 2025-2026 Battery Materials Customer & Application Development Engineer Houston, TX $10,000.00-$65,000.00 11 months ago Engineers - (Multiple levels and openings within multiple domains) Process Development and Scale - Up Engineer Autonomous Control Software Systems Engineer We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Advantage Technical