Application Engineer

Join a Team That Solves Complex Water Treatment Challenges

WRT is seeking an Applications Engineer to help develop innovative water treatment solutions for municipal and industrial customers across North America. In this role, you'll work alongside Sales, Engineering, Operations, and R&D to evaluate customer requirements, develop equipment concepts, prepare technical proposals, and support projects from the initial inquiry through project award.

If you enjoy solving technical challenges, collaborating across multiple disciplines, and seeing your engineering solutions become real-world water treatment systems, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Evaluate customer requirements, specifications, RFQs, and site information to develop effective treatment solutions.
• Design preliminary treatment system concepts, process flow diagrams, and equipment layouts.
• Size and select major process equipment, including pumps, pressure vessels, filtration systems, media systems, and chemical feed equipment.
• Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, quotations, and supporting documentation.
• Compare vendor quotations and recommend equipment based on performance, quality, cost, and lead time.
• Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and R&D to develop competitive solutions.
• Provide technical support during customer meetings, proposal reviews, training sessions, and occasional site visits.
• Support pilot testing by operating pilot equipment and analyzing performance data.
• Assist with project handoff to Project Management by communicating design intent, assumptions, and customer requirements.
• Help improve proposal templates, technical resources, standard specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, product development efforts, and technical marketing content.
• Prepare aftermarket and spare parts quotations for existing treatment systems.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Environmental, or a related engineering discipline.
• Two or more years of engineering experience in water treatment, environmental, industrial, or a related field.
• Experience preparing technical proposals, estimates, quotations, or engineering documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Ability to work full-time onsite in Westminster, Colorado.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with municipal or industrial water treatment systems.
• Knowledge of ion exchange, filtration, adsorption, or related treatment technologies.
• Experience reviewing municipal specifications, RFQs, and bid documents.
• Experience preparing proposals for engineered equipment or water treatment systems.
• Experience with pilot testing, commissioning, or field applications.
• Experience working with equipment vendors and manufacturers.
• AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD experience.
• Experience with ERP or proposal management software.
• Familiarity with PLC-based controls and instrumentation.
• Engineer in Training (EIT/FE) certification or interest in pursuing licensure.

What Makes You Successful

We're looking for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges while balancing engineering excellence with practical customer solutions. You'll be successful in this role if you:

• Enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering problems.
• Can translate customer needs into practical, cost-effective water treatment solutions.
• Have a strong technical aptitude and enjoy learning new treatment technologies and processes.
• Are analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable evaluating technical data and specifications.
• Can manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Take initiative, work independently, and remain accountable for your work.
• Build positive relationships with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Are curious, continuously seek to improve processes, and enjoy contributing new ideas.

Why Join WRT?

At WRT, you'll work with a collaborative team focused on delivering innovative water treatment solutions that help communities and industries solve complex water quality challenges. We offer the opportunity to work on meaningful projects from concept through implementation while continuing to grow your engineering career in a supportive environment.

What We Offer

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)

Annual bonus opportunity

100% company-paid employee medical and dental insurance premiums

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

Opportunity to lead a critical service organization supporting essential water infrastructure

WRT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.