Application Engineer 2

Watlow ControlsHillsboro, OR

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Application Engineer II

Position SummaryThe Application Engineer II provides technical support to customers, distributors, and sales partners by advising on product selection, application, setup, and programming. The role develops standard and modified quote proposals, supports smaller customer projects and product investigations, and serves as a technical liaison between customers, Sales, Engineering, and Operations. This position also prepares drawings and documentation, creates bills of material and routings, supports prototypes and rework orders, and conducts experiments and tests to help deliver practical, manufacturable solutions.About the RoleThis role combines customer-facing technical support with hands-on engineering and commercial activities. The Application Engineer II interprets customer requirements and drawings, translates needs into clear production instructions, and recommends solutions that align with product capabilities, pricing guidelines, quality expectations, and business needs. The position works with established products and modified standard offerings while recognizing when additional engineering or subject-matter expertise is needed.Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer and Technical Support

Provide technical advice to sales agents, customers, and distributors, including training when needed.Advise on product selection, application, setup, and programming for control products.Prepare and present quotes for standard and modified products and services within pricing guidelines.Convert customer needs into clear instructions for production and support orders generated from quotes.Serve as a post-sale technical resource and maintain productive relationships with established customers.Support sales efforts to develop new customers and contribute to product growth strategies.Provide feedback on customer needs, product gaps, market trends, competitors, sales volume, and forecasts.

Product and Process Documentation

Modify product and process designs.Create drawings and documentation supporting product and process design and development.Prepare CAD drawings for new parts and assemblies.Read and interpret customer drawings and specifications.Assemble bills of material and routings for standard or modified standard products.Process rework and prototype orders for standard and non-standard products.

Engineering, Quality, and Cross-Functional Support

Partner with Engineering on smaller customer projects, product investigations, and technical information requests.Prepare tools, equipment, and prototypes and conduct experiments and tests as needed.Assist with returned-material issues and product investigations.Participate in quality investigations failure analysis and support corrective actions.Work effectively with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, customers, suppliers, and distributors.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering; or a two-year degree with related experience; or equivalent experience.Typically 5-8 years of related technical, applications, engineering, manufacturing, or customer-support experience.Knowledge of products, applications, and processes, with the ability to identify improvement opportunities.Strong customer-facing communication, interpersonal, listening, and conflict-resolution skills.Ability to assess business fit and recognize when additional evaluation or support is needed.Ability to develop quotations and work within established pricing guidelines.Ability to support presentations and other customer-facing activities.

Working Expectations

Manage assigned activities.Solve problems and contribute as a team member or project lead on customer or internal projects.Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Watlow's culture and values.Understand how decisions affect customers, quality, delivery, and expenses.

This job description describes the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Watlow may require team members to perform other duties as assigned.

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What is the work location for this position at Watlow Controls?

This job at Watlow Controls is located in Hillsboro, OR, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Watlow Controls?

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What employment applies to this position at Watlow Controls?

Watlow Controls lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Watlow Controls?

Watlow Controls is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What benefits are offered by Watlow Controls for this role?

Watlow Controls offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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