Application Engineer
Naperville, IL

The Thermal Application Engineer prepares and presents proposals for OEM (original equipment manufacturer) industrial rotary thermal and pulverizing and classifying products.

• Reviews requests for proposals with for the rotary thermal product line which includes rotary kiln, rotary calciners, rotary dryers and rotary coolers.
• Coordinates scheduling, generates test program, and manages performance of pilot plant testing to support proposals, including customer interface.
• Selects suitable technology and sizes equipment to comply with project requirements with customer and performs necessary supporting engineering calculations.
• Prepares outline of cost estimate and risk assessment used to develop pricing model for proposal.
• Coordinates with supply chain to generate RFQ and obtain manufacturing shop and vendor purchased component quotes.
• Prepares formal proposal documents with support of commercial activities team.
• Supports Sales with technical / commercial presentation of proposals.
• Supports Project Managers with project management activities during execution of successful proposals.

Required Education/Experience:

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a position involving analytical problem solving.
• Process and operating experience in the field of industrial process machinery and applications.
• Should possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

Remote based with several days per month onsite at the Naperville, IL office. Must reside within commuting distance.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance