We are looking for a Application Support Engineer to join our team . The Applications Engineer will be responsible for sizing, selection, proposal preparation, and technical support for Safety Valves, Control Valves, PRVs, Pneumatic Valves, and Automatic Control Valves.
An Applications Engineer acts as the technical bridge between customers, sales teams, and manufacturing/engineering departments. The role involves understanding customer requirements, recommending suitable technical solutions, preparing quotations, providing technical support, and ensuring successful implementation of products and systems.
In industries such as valves, automation, instrumentation, pumps, compressors, and industrial equipment, Applications Engineers play a critical role in product selection, proposal preparation, technical evaluation, and customer relationship management.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Customer Requirement Analysis
Review customer inquiries, RFQs (Request for Quotations), tenders, and technical specifications.
Understand process conditions and application requirements.
Analyze engineering documents such as:
P&IDs
Process Data Sheets
Equipment Specifications
GA Drawings
Isometric Drawings
Instrumentation Diagrams
Clarify technical requirements with customers and consultants & EPC contractors.
2. Product Selection & Engineering
Select suitable products based on process conditions and customer specifications.
Perform engineering calculations and sizing.
Recommend:
Safety Relief Valves (SRV)
Pressure Safety Valves (PSV)
Control Valves
Pressure Reducing Valves (PRV)
Pneumatic Valves
Automatic Control Valves
Actuators and Accessories
Verify:
Pressure ratings
Temperature ratings
Material compatibility
Flow capacity requirements
Applicable industry standards
3. Valve Sizing and Technical Calculations
Perform technical calculations
Calculate valve sizing
Fluid flow calculations
Pressure loss calculations
Line sizing verification
4. Tender and Bid Management
Prepare technical bid for tenders.
Prepare compliance matrices.
Coordinate bid submission deadlines.
Support government and private sector tender participation.
5. Technical Support to Sales Team
Participate in technical presentations & support negotiations through technical clarifications.
Help sales teams identify suitable solutions.
6. Coordination with Internal Teams
Work closely with:
Design Engineering
Quality Assurance
Project Management
Service Department
7. Documentation Management
Prepare and maintain:
Datasheets
Compliance Statements
Technical Specifications
Calculation Sheets
Valve Sizing Reports
Inspection Documents
Technical Submittals
Additional Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in:
Mechanical Engineering
Instrumentation Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Production Engineering
Preferred:
Master's Degree in Engineering (optional)
Experience
Entry to Mid Level
0–2 years in technical sales or strong application engineering.
Technical Skills
Engineering Knowledge
Fluid Mechanics
Thermodynamics
Instrumentation Basics
Software Skills
Microsoft Excel
Word
PowerPoint
ERP Systems
AutoCAD (basic understanding)
Valve sizing software
Flow calculation tools
Soft Skills
Strong communication skills
Technical presentation skills
Analytical thinking
Problem-solving skills
Time management
Team collaboration
Attention to detail