Job Summary

CECO is a leading, environmentally focused diversified industrial company, delivering innovative solutions that protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment worldwide. With more than 150 years of history and deep application expertise, CECO serves a broad range of industries, including air, water, and energy transition markets. Our legacy began in 1869 with the founding of the Dean Brothers Pump Company, addressing high-temperature pumping challenges. A century later, Claremont Engineering was established, evolving into CECO Environmental. Today, CECO proudly encompasses over 20 trusted brands, each committed to providing solutions that safeguard people, the environment, and industrial operations.

As part of the CECO Environmental family of brands, Transcend Solutions plays a critical role in delivering specialized air solutions that protect both people and the environment. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to our shared mission of protecting global industrial operations and shaping the future of environmental stewardship.

The Application Engineer will be working as a bridge between Transcend’s Engineers, the Sales team, and its customers by designing, sizing, generating proposals and being responsible for Element Cost Sheets & Designs.

Your Responsibilities Will Be:

1. Engineering design of filter and vessel components
2. Provide technical support and solutions to sales team and customers
3. Site visits to process plants and fabricators
4. Maintain extensive knowledge of complex aspects of products and systems
5. Analyze customer requirements and illustrate how company solutions can provide value and support their organization
6. Work in partnership with supply chain and the sales team to confirm costs, strategize sales approaches, and ensure attainment of sales quotas
7. Prepare proposals and technical responses to RFI and RFPs
8. Understand specific client systems and equipment requirements to identify additional sales opportunities to provide to the sales team
9. Recommend modifications to standard products to meet individual customer requirements, within practical company and economic limitations
10. Provide written/verbal quotations and perform necessary follow-up
11. May perform costing analysis on product line items versus published pricing to arrive at gross margin calculation for review and approval by Applications and Sales Managers
12. May coordinate customer delivery requirements with the Production Department and configure technical solutions for customers to ensure successful customer integration
13. Anticipate and answer client/sales questions on product functionality/usage, application inquiries, and appropriate product recommendation in a timely manner
14. Should take responsibilities of Developing Cost Sheets, Element Designs & developing familiarity with competitor products for retrofit purposes/opportunities
15. Occasionally help Project Manager, with reviewing internals & Vessel drawings; Coordinating with internal and external parties for the execution of projects; Project Scheduling & Tracking; Any other project execution duties as required
16. Other projects & duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology or related field required, Graduate degree preferred.
2. 4-6 years of experience in the same or in same or similar role
3. Logical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
4. Excellent communication and presentation skills
5. Works well in a cross-functional, open-communication environment
6. Ability to travel domestically, 10-25%

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience in product design preferred

Required Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

1. Microsoft Office Suite - ERP systems (Epicor and/or D365 is preferred)
2. Customer and Personal Service (intercultural skills, service minded)
3. Engineering and Technology: Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
4. Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, used in the manufacture of steel products
5. English Language: Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language
6. Exercising confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment
7. Sense of Urgency: Motivated self-starter; able to work effectively without individual task assignments
8. Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
9. Critical thinking: Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
10. Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions
11. Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
12. Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying
13. Analytical: Strong analytical skills
14. Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively
15. Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
16. Negotiation: Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences
17. Well-developed ability to multi-task and prioritize with strong attention to details

Travel Requirements:

Travel is required, as necessary; must have the ability to travel across borders.

Licensing or Certification Requirements:

None

ADA Requirements:

Positions in this function typically require typing, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Office Position Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions.

Physical Demands: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some work with physical computer and/or networking systems may be required.

We Offer: We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and much more.

At CECO, we are committed to a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

Equal Opportunity Employer: CECO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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