Application Engineer – Pumps and Controls

Vogelsang USA

Application Engineer supporting sales and distributor networks in the pump and controls industry. Analyzing application requirements and developing technical proposals for optimal solutions.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

- Create quotes for pumps, grinders, and custom electrical control panels using the ERP system, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing for clients in the water and wastewater industry.
- Answer technical questions from both customers and the sales team, providing expertise on equipment controls, electrical control panels, and related systems.
- Source necessary information from Vogelsang Germany, customers, and suppliers to support the design and implementation of equipment controls and electrical control panels.
- Compile submittal packages to send to customers, including detailed documentation on pumps, grinders, and electrical control panels.
- Oversee orders from start to finish, coordinating with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure timely delivery of custom electrical control panels and related equipment.
- Review purchase orders for parts and assembly orders, comparing for accuracy and data entry quality, with a focus on components related to equipment controls and electrical systems.
- Enter and confirm parts orders, ensuring all components for electrical control panels and related equipment are accurately documented and processed.
- Quote parts, replacement kits, and replacement models, including those for electrical control panels and equipment controls.
- Request clean specifications from engineers and end users to facilitate the design and manufacturing of custom electrical control panels and equipment control systems.
- Request submittal packages from suppliers for motors, gearboxes, panels, and other components related to equipment controls and electrical systems.
- Schedule upcoming bids in ERP system and Salesforce, coordinating with sales and engineering teams to align on opportunities related to equipment controls and electrical control panels.
- Other duties as assigned, including tasks related to the engineering and manufacturing of custom electrical control panels and support for equipment controls in the water and wastewater industry.

Requirements

What you’ll need

**Required:**
- **Minimum of 7 years of experience** in **Application Engineering or Inside Sales** in the **pump and controls industry**.
- **Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering** from an accredited college or university.
- Extensive knowledge of **positive displacement pumps** (rotary lobe, progressive cavity, gear, or diaphragm pumps).
- Experience in **reviewing, interpreting, and quoting from engineering specifications**.
- Strong background in **pump selection, system design, and performance analysis**.
- Familiarity with **pump control systems, automation, and electrical integration** (VFDs, PLCs, sensors).
- Ability to develop **technical proposals, quotations, and bid responses** with a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to **explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders**.
- Proficiency in **Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), CRM systems, and CAD software (preferred but not required).**
**Preferred:**
- Experience in **wastewater, industrial processing, or agricultural applications**.
- Working knowledge of **fluid dynamics, mechanical seals, and material compatibility**.
- Prior experience collaborating with **OEMs, engineering firms, and large industrial customers**.

Benefits

Comp & perks

🔹 **Competitive salary** based on experience and qualifications.**
🔹 **Comprehensive benefits package** including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.**
🔹 A **hybrid work environment** with opportunities for **remote flexibility**.**
🔹 The chance to work with a **global leader in advanced pumping solutions**.**
🔹 A collaborative, team-oriented culture with room for growth and professional development.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Application EngineeringInside Salespositive displacement pumpspump selectionsystem designperformance analysispump control systemsautomationelectrical integrationtechnical proposals

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsexplain technical concepts

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering