Applications Engineer

Applications Engineer I role focused on customer-facing technical support for isolation solutions in oil and gas and pipeline applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to internal and external sales teams, distributors, and end users on product applications, performance, and installation
• Troubleshoot application issues with customers to help ensure satisfactory product performance
• Support customer visits, jobsite visits, and field evaluations under guidance of senior engineers
• Prepare technical documentation, including application recommendations, data sheets, and reports
• Analyze returned or field samples and document findings
• Maintain accurate records of application activity in CRM systems
• Assist with internal and external technical training programs
• Stay current with applicable industry standards, including ASME, API, ISO, and NACE/AMPP
• Coordinate with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams as needed
• Support selection and application of Flange Isolation Kits (FIK) across oil & gas, pipeline, refining, chemical, and industrial services
• Assist with gasket, sleeve, washer, and isolating component material selection based on pressure, temperature, media, and flange type
• Support compliance with standards such as ASME PCC-1, ASME B16.5, NACE SP0286, ISO 15589, and client specifications
• Review flange data and support gasket sizing, bolt load considerations, and isolation performance requirements
• Support electrical isolation performance requirements, including resistance testing, voltage requirements, and environmental considerations
• Provide installation guidance and troubleshoot common FIK issues
• Support application and technical evaluation of Monolithic Isolation Joints (MIJ) for pipeline systems
• Assist with MIJ selection based on pressure class, pipeline size, coating system, electrical isolation requirements, and installation constraints
• Review project specifications, drawings, and datasheets
• Assist with documentation for testing requirements, including hydrostatic, pneumatic, electrical resistance, and coating integrity tests
• Support sales teams with technical input for proposals, quotations, and customer inquiries
• Participate in technical presentations for distributors and end users
• Support Voice-of-Customer (VoC) activities for new product development
• Maintain opportunity and contact information in CRM systems
• Support distributor development plans as required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 0–3 years of engineering, applications, or technical support experience
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical systems and materials
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CAD software preferred

Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• CAD software
• CRM systems

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life and AD&D
• Employee assistance program
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off

Supervisory Responsibility

• No supervisory responsibilities

Work Environment

• Primarily office environment with periodic exposure to manufacturing and test laboratory settings
• Occasional field and customer site exposure

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit, talk, and hear
• May occasionally stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, and lift items up to 30 lbs

Position Details

• Position type: Full-Time, Exempt
• Travel: Occasional travel up to 30%
• Work location: In person

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to gasket, sealing, pipeline, or corrosion engineering applications
• Familiarity with FIKs, MIJs, or cathodic protection systems
• Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Other Duties

• Participate in safety programs and maintain 5S standards
• Assist with special projects and cross-functional initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Location: Wheat Ridge, CO (onsite)

Salary: USD 60,000 - 80,000 per yearly