Applications Engineer (Mechanical) - Industrial Pumps Systems at Tencarva Machinery Company

Cumming, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Applications engineering, Pump sizing, Pump selection, Hydraulic selection, Pump systems, Centrifugal pumps, Vertical turbine pumps, Municipal water, Wastewater, Industrial process pumps, Technical proposals, Bill of materials, Submittals, Order fulfillment, CAD, SolidWorks

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship (or transfer of sponsorship) at this time or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We’re hiring an Applications Engineer to develop pump system solutions for industrial and municipal customers. This role is responsible for translating customer requirements into technically sound, commercially viable equipment selections and system proposals - and then helping carry those jobs forward through submittals, order and specifications review, and execution. This is an engineering-heavy role for someone who understands pumps deeply, can think through an application from the hydraulic and mechanical side, and can stay involved after award to make sure the solution that was sold is the solution that gets delivered. About Tencarva Founded in 1978, with roots dating back to 1926, Tencarva is a distributor, engineering and design partner, and authorized repair center within the process equipment/flow control market. With 36 locations across 16 states, we provide end-to-end, whole-system solutions for over 18,000 active customers across the industrial and municipal water/wastewater segments. Our service offerings include system analysis and design, applications engineering, custom fabrication of equipment packages, automation and controls, equipment repair, and thermal hard coatings. tencarva.com The Role You will evaluate customer requirements and overall system performance, select pumps and supporting equipment, and prepare technically accurate quotations, bills of material, and proposal packages. Just as important, you will stay involved after the job is awarded - reviewing scope, supporting submittals, helping resolve technical questions, coordinating with vendors and internal teams, and making sure the equipment package remains aligned with the application and specifications. This role requires strong pump knowledge, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to work comfortably between sales, customers, vendors, and internal execution teams. You will be expected to develop and apply deep expertise within specific product lines and applications, serving as a technical resource for both sales engineers and internal teams. What You’ll Be Responsible For Review customer requirements, specifications, drawings, and application data Perform pump sizing, selection, and system configuration for industrial and municipal applications Select supporting equipment and accessories based on application requirements Prepare quotations, bills of material, and technical proposal packages Develop schematics, layouts, and supporting documentation as needed Review contract scope and specifications for compliance, documentation, calculations, and testing requirements Support submittal development and technical review after award Stay engaged after award to help ensure the equipment package, submittals, and final deliverables remain aligned with the application and specifications Work with vendors, purchasing, production, service, and sales to keep projects aligned and moving Maintain accurate records of quotes, opportunities, projects, and correspondence Maintain and continue developing deep knowledge of product lines, software tools, and pump applications Why Join Tencarva Annual Incentive Program Profit Sharing via 401(k) Opportunity to work on complex industrial and municipal pump applications Broad exposure to engineered systems, pump packages, and a variety of product lines Collaborative environment with experienced Sales Engineers and technical teams Stable, established, growing organization with a strong reputation for technical expertise and long-term customer relationships Opportunity to build depth as a recognized application expert within key product lines Benefits include paid time off including 10 holidays, medical/dental/vision/disability/life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Requirements What We’re Looking For 10-15 years of Applications Engineering experience within the pump industry strongly preferred Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred Strong preference for candidates with pump OEM or major distributor experience Deep understanding of pump hydraulics, pump construction, and system applications Ability to interpret specifications, contracts, P&IDs, drawings, and technical submittal requirements Experience with CAD, SolidWorks, or similar design tools preferred Ability to develop technically accurate proposals and bills of material Strong communication skills and sound engineering judgment Comfortable working through both pre-award and post-award phases of a project Relevant Experience / Key Skills Applications engineering, pump sizing, pump selection, hydraulic selection, pump systems, centrifugal pumps, vertical turbine pumps, municipal water, wastewater, industrial process pumps, technical proposals, bill of materials, submittals, order fulfillment, CAD, SolidWorks, rotating equipment. The duties, responsibilities, and activities described above are not exhaustive and may be subject to change. Additionally, please note that the job title for this posting is designed to be descriptive and may not reflect the official title used internally for job classification purposes. Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities

The Applications Engineer will evaluate customer requirements to select pump systems and prepare technically accurate proposals and bills of material. They will also manage the project lifecycle post-award by coordinating with vendors and internal teams to ensure deliverables align with specifications.