Application Engineer - OTC Industrial Technologies

Allied Sales & Service is looking for an Application Engineer to join our team in Theodore, AL!

As an Application Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical support, managing customer interactions, and handling project-related tasks. Additional responsibilities include assisting engineers with technical data and specification development, reviewing public bid projects, managing email communications, and sending quotes promptly.

What You'll Do:

• Assist engineers with technical data and specification development, and review public bid projects to ensure the equipment meets required specifications.
• Manage the email inbox to ensure tasks are completed, send quotes to customers and bidding contractors promptly, and answer their questions.
• Develop a deep understanding of various product lines and manufacturers, size and select pumps and rotating equipment to meet customer needs, and evaluate potential value engineering cost savings.
• Review project specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work, prepare detailed listings of materials and equipment for estimates, and obtain and review vendor quotes for completeness and conformance with plans.
• Create proposal letters for bid and negotiated projects, and after bid acceptance, meet with the inside sales team to explain job scope and ensure a successful project transition.
• Must be good at multitasking and working in an environment with changing priorities, while maintaining a strong customer focus.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of engineering or application work in rotating equipment preferred.
• Experience with mechanical seals a bonus but not required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or engineering design drawings.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations required for estimating.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and changing priorities as necessary.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Must be a highly motivated individual with outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.

Perks of Working with OTC Industrial Technologies:

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
• Short-and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance
• Wellness Discount
• Safety shoes & glasses reimbursement stipend

Financial Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with an employer match of 50% on the dollar up to 6%
• Robust referral bonuses
• Relocation assistance

Work-Life Balance

• PTO
• Tuition assistance

Who we are:



Allied Sales & Service, has been a key distributor of pumps and mechanical seals. They have experienced, factory trained support in Engineering, Customer Service, Repair and Sales covering four states in the gulf south. Our mission is to deliver industry leading quality, support and service to customers by being a trusted partner. Allied is continuously looking to improve reliability of pump and seal systems. Allied Sales & Service is now part of OTC Industrial Technologies, particularly the Pump & Motor Technology group. To learn more about OTC, CLICK HERE .

OTC Industrial Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.