Application Engineer

Application Engineer Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.The Challenge: The Applications Engineer supports sales, engineering, and end-users by providing technical expertise in abrasive air blast processes, equipment selection, and surface preparation requirements. This role evaluates customer applications, recommends appropriate blasting media, equipment, and process parameters, and ensures proposed solutions meet surface requirements, production targets, and the customers' the Job to Be Done (JTBD). The Applications Engineer clearly communicate recommendations through proposals and general arrangement (GA) drawings, including presentations when needed. This position serves as a subject-matter expert for both manual and automated blasting systems, supporting projects from concept through commissioning. Passionate innovator. Demonstrates curiosity, embraces learning, challenges the status quo and contributes to developing future standard solutions and processes. Proactive problem solver. Identifies customer pain points and crafts high value solutions that improve processes, meet commitment dates, and proactively support customer needs. Growth Strategy: Develops project estimates and proposals aligned to strategic markets and desired customers. Brings analytical thinking and strategic insight to the business. Continuous Improvement Focus: Acts as a change agent with a process-first mindset. Encourages analytical thinking, anticipates opportunities and offers thoughtful recommendations for improving performance and productivity. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESOwner Responsibilities:Opportunity Management ProcessProject Costing Tools and Drive for Market PricingProposal Formats and General ArrangementsClear articulation of the Value Proposition and clear Job To Be DoneMonitor Team win rat Customer-Facing Interactions:Written communication with Distributors and customersParticipation in meetings with Clemco and customer teams during opportunity managementEffective use of technology to communicateTravel to Customer locations up to 25%Face to face meetings with customers to define JTBD, and gather technical informationWillingness to engage in constructive conflict to arrive at win/win solutions.Team Collaboration:Integral part of Project Management team; partner with field sales to prioritize, opportunities and deliver on value propositions.Collaborates closely with engineering and manufacturing to align offerings with design build, and strategic standardsLeadership and Culture:Leads cross functional teams and positively influence outcomes positivelyParticipates in LEAN initiatives within project management and cross functional events.Upholds the Clemco values:Prioritizing customer experience and safety; reinforcing PQDCG (People, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Growth) prioritiesFostering pride in quality and protecting people from hazardsPromoting transparency, open dialogue, and respectJob Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field3+ years' experience in a LEAN manufacturing environment preferredWorking knowledge of AutoCADAbility to read technical specificationsExperience writing compelling proposals, and estimating costs for custom engineered equipment solutionsExcellent critical thinking skills, and ability to analyze information from multiple sources.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentations and technical communicationUnderstanding of Clemco/abrasive blasting products and surface preparation (preferred)Physical Job Requirements:Communicating with employees and customers (speaking and listening)Sitting for extended periodsAbility to learn, comprehend, and retain instructionsAbility to maintain focus for extended periods of time Workplace Environmental Conditions:Primarily office environment with some exposure to manufacturing plant and field settingsOccasional Travel (up to 25%) to customers, distributors, trade shows, etc. Equal Employment Opportunity StatementClemco Industries Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. xijylhu We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needsPI2922c8cb969b-3631

Created: 2026-05-01