Application Engineer

About Our Company

Rockwell Engineering and Equipment, an Impel Company, has been delivering rock-solid fluid system products and exceptional service for the municipal, agricultural, and food and beverage sectors for more than 25 years. We specialize in rotating equipment solutions and are committed to providing our customers with the highest-quality products and unparalleled support.

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Application Engineer to join our growing team. This role is ideal for an individual who enjoys solving complex application challenges, collaborating with customers and internal teams, and supporting projects from concept through completion.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support & Application Design

Analyze customer requirements and recommend appropriate pump and wastewater solutions.

Design and size pumping systems, including selection of pumps, motors, and motor starting equipment.

Integrate associated components such as valves, piping, seals, instrumentation, and automation systems.

Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and mechanical system requirements.

Evaluate and verify bills of materials for accuracy and completeness.

Review engineering and manufacturing drawings to ensure technical compliance and feasibility.

Project Coordination

Collaborate with sales, engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure timely and accurate project execution.

Prepare technical documentation, drawings, and specifications for proposals, submittals, and installations.

Support project lifecycle activities from quotation through delivery and commissioning.

Customer Interaction & Support

Provide pre-sales and post-sales technical support to customers and partners.

Assist with troubleshooting, commissioning, and performance optimization of pumping systems.

Communicate repair status and technical needs for pumps received for service or overhaul.

Serve as a technical liaison between customers, consultants, and internal teams.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field

OR

Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience specifically in pump applications, wastewater systems, or fluid handling solutions.

Experience

Working knowledge of pumping equipment, valves, and fluid handling principles.

Familiarity with electric motors and motor starting equipment.

Experience working in or around manufacturing and repair shop environments.

Experience with ERP systems such as Epicor, NetSuite, Sage, or similar platforms.

Skills

Strong understanding of hydraulics, fluid dynamics, and pump sizing methodologies.

Ability to review and analyze bills of materials and engineering drawings.

Proficiency with CAD software and pump selection tools.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.

Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, and automation for pump control.

Experience supporting municipal or industrial wastewater projects.

Familiarity working with consulting engineers to provide factory information, drawings, performance curves, sizing support, and responses to technical inquiries.

Rockwell Engineering & Equipment offers a collaborative work environment, long-term career growth opportunities, and the chance to be part of a trusted name in the rotating equipment industry. Employees must adhere to our Drug-Free Workplace policy. If you have the background we are looking for and a desire to be a key player in our team's success, we hope you'll apply to today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

What is your desired salary?

Experience:

ERP systems: 2 years (Preferred)

pumping/fluid systems & motors: 3 years (Preferred)

Automation Controls (PLCs, VFDs, SCADA): 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Tustin, CA 92780 (Required)

Work Location: In person