Applications Engineer specializing in centrifugal and steam turbines supporting the Inquiry-to-Order process in a hybrid work environment. Collaborating with engineering, sales and project teams for high-value technical offerings.
Responsibilities
Serve as the technical lead in the Inquiry-to-Order (ITO) process: from customer inquiry, through scoping and quoting, to final handoff to execution.
Develop and validate technical scopes of work for retrofit, upgrade, and overhaul solutions in collaboration with Engineering.
Interpret customer specifications and identify deviations or clarifications.
Evaluate process data (flow, pressure, gas composition, temperature) to select appropriate compressor models and configurations.
Perform thermodynamic and mechanical performance calculations to develop performance curves, power requirements for compressors and their auxiliaries.
Review applicable API standards (e.g., API 617, API 614).
Participate in quoting reviews, risk assessments, and contract technical terms validation.
Prepare and design high-quality technical proposals and cost estimates.
Serve as the main technical contact during pre-sale and post-award phases.
Collaborate with Account Managers and Fleet SMEs to support bids and large project pursuit strategies.
Conduct customer presentations, technical clarifications, and design review meetings.
Maintain detailed knowledge of market trends and customer needs for assigned fleet(s).
Contribute to the refinement of technical and commercial workflows, tools, and documentation.
Requirements
BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering or related field
5+ years of experience in rotating equipment technical roles (engineering, field service, applications, or commercial)
Deep knowledge of at least one core fleet: centrifugal compressors, reciprocating compressors, or steam turbines
Experience developing or quoting engineered solutions, especially in oil & gas, chemicals, or power
Strong commercial acumen with ability to interact credibly with customers and internal stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication; able to produce customer-facing documents and presentations
Familiarity with P&IDs, PFDs, mechanical drawings, and basic costing principles.
Job title
Application Engineer – Centrifugal or Steam Turbines
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