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Fairbanks Morse Defense · 1 day ago

Application Engineer

Cincinnati Metro

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Fairbanks Morse Defense is a leading marine defense contractor dedicated to supporting the U.S. Navy and other military branches. The Application Engineer provides pre-sales technical expertise and quoting support, ensuring the best product fit for each application while collaborating closely with various teams to deliver accurate proposals.

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Responsibilities

Review customer specifications, drawings, and requirements to recommend appropriate product solutions

Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, and formal quotations

Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to ensure proposals are feasible and aligned with internal capabilities

Provide technical support to reps, sales, and end customers throughout the sales process

Ensure all proposals are accurately documented in the CRM system and aligned with American Fan’s standards

Maintain a high level of product and application knowledge

Support continuous improvement by identifying product gaps, market trends, and customer feedback

Qualification

Applications experienceERP/CRM systemsTechnical writingEngineering degreeProject managementMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skillsDecision-making skillsPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering or related field

2+ years applications experience including selection and costing, preferably in the fan, rotating equipment or related technical industry

Ability to organize and manage multiple projects with precision and professionalism

Strong technical writing and communication skills

Familiarity with ERP/CRM systems

High moral and ethical standards, demonstrating respect for the individual and team, and setting an example for compliance with laws, regulations, and corporate requirements

Strong work ethic and the ability to set and achieve goals

Proven ability to quickly assess complex issues and identify root causes/key success factors

Decision-making skills including knowledge of varying decision-making styles and appropriateness of each balanced with the necessity to escalate to proper channels

The ability to interact with diverse cultures and demonstrate effective communication skills with associates, suppliers and customers in a variety of business functions

Effective in a variety of formal and informal presentation settings; one-on-one, small and large groups, inside and outside the organization

Computer literate in Microsoft Office Software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Preferred

Experience in the air movement industry or a related technical field

Experience working in a matrix organization where influence, indirect leadership and compelling ideas are used to accomplish organizational objectives

Background in working with a sales rep network and supporting field sales teams