Application Engineer

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The Application Engineer will provide technical and commercial support for industrial mixing and agitation equipment throughout the sales process.

This role works closely with customers, sales teams, design engineering, production, and suppliers to develop engineered solutions that meet customer process requirements. Responsibilities include equipment selection and sizing, proposal development, technical review of specifications, project coordination, costing and pricing support, and ongoing technical assistance.

The Application Engineer will serve as a key liaison between customers and internal teams, helping ensure projects are executed accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications and process requirements to determine appropriate mixing and agitation solutions.
• Perform equipment sizing and selection using engineering principles, application knowledge, and design tools.
• Develop accurate, professional technical and commercial proposals.
• Prepare cost estimates and pricing recommendations for standard and custom equipment.
• Coordinate quotation activities with sales representatives, engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams.
• Provide technical support to customers, sales personnel, and channel partners throughout the sales and project lifecycle.
• Assist with troubleshooting process, mechanical, and application-related issues.
• Maintain accurate project and customer records using CRM, ERP, and other business systems.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, and internal engineering requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration is considered an asset.

Experience

• 5+ years of application engineering, process engineering, project engineering, or technical sales experience within industrial equipment manufacturing.
• Experience with mixing, agitation, rotating equipment, pumps, process equipment, or related industrial systems is preferred.
• Experience working with custom-engineered equipment solutions is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, mechanical systems, and industrial process applications.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and customer requirements.
• Experience preparing technical proposals and commercial quotations.
• Working knowledge of ERP and CRM systems such as SAP, Oracle, Infor, Salesforce, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication abilities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Customer-focused approach with strong interpersonal skills.

Travel

• Occasional travel of less than 10% to customer sites, supplier facilities, trade shows, or internal meetings as required.

Work Environment

• Combination of office, manufacturing, and occasional field environments.
• Exposure to manufacturing noise and industrial environments when visiting production areas.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

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