Applications Engineer-Valves

Applications Engineer - Valves

The Application Engineer provides quote preparation, application of product selection, price and availability. They also provide technical assistance/support and value selection of products for application taking into consideration price and availability, consulting with engineering when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares verbal and written quotations for domestic and international customers and representatives via telephone, fax, and email.
• Assists customer inquiries on order status, ship methods, tracking numbers, freight charges, pricing and availability.
• Analyses business opportunities facilitate requests for project quotations and ensures that processes are correctly executed, according to customer request.
• Be a technical resource and have the organizational agility to find answers and solve problems.
• Has a desire and ambition to grow into a larger role of responsibility.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have intermediate data entry skills and knowledge of Word and Excel software.
• Able to solve routine and complex problems using information sources provided, or by conceptual and innovative thinking, with or without supervision
• All other duties as assigned.

Candidate Profile

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Finalizes negotiation with customers. Knowledge of T&C are necessary
• Recommends product or service enhancements to improve customer's satisfaction and sales potential.
• Has 2-4 years technical customer service experience in manufacturing support.
• Has a sound, in-depth understanding of concepts and principles in customer service.
• Acts as Customers' advocate within the organization and is accountable for Customer Satisfaction.
• Document sales and marketing activities along with tracking of opportunities.
• Familiar with standard manufacturing concepts, practices and procedures.
• Self-starter, organized, thorough and meticulous, able to work under pressure.
• Experience in a technical environment
• Able to plan work and commit to meeting deadlines.
• Dedicated to high degree of accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft, Excel, and Access software.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering
• 5 years' relevant experience. Valve, regulator, fluid mechanics/control related coursework/education will be additional qualifications.

Other

• U.S. Citizen

Company Background

CIRCOR International is one of the world's leading providers of mission critical flow control products and services for the Industrial and Aerospace & Defense markets. The Company has a product portfolio of market-leading brands serving its customers' most demanding applications. CIRCOR markets its solutions directly and through various sales partners to more than 14,000 customers in approximately 100 countries. The Company has a global presence with approximately 3,100 employees with headquarters in Burlington, Massachusetts.

In late 2023, CIRCOR was acquired by the private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P. (together with its affiliates, "KKR"). The news release is available here along with additional information about KKR and its unique approach to employee ownership can be found at the end of this document.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CIRCOR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals with disabilities, veterans, women, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Why Work at CIRCOR

Employee Ownership Program: As part of CIRCOR's acquisition by KKR, you're not just an employee you are an owner. All employees are owners of the company and everyone has a stake in the company's success. Our ownership culture fosters a sense of pride and accountability, driving innovation and excellence across all levels of the company.

Since 2011, KKR portfolio companies have awarded billions of dollars of total equity value to over 60,000 non-senior management employees, demonstrating how broad-based engagement and alignment can create business value while driving greater financial inclusion.

Other Benefits Include:

• Generous paid time off policy
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance available first day
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• 401k with company match
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.