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Xylem · 17 hours ago

Application Engineer

Waukesha, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact. The Application Engineer is responsible for providing technical sales support to various stakeholders to obtain sales orders and meet set sales goals.

Professional ServicesSporting GoodsTravel

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for preparation of bids and proposals

Design aeration and biological systems for wastewater treatment applications

Provide technical specifications for use in municipal bid documents

Work with project management/ engineering and operations to develop and maintain cost to complete equipment

Develop pricing estimates for both direct purchases and competitive bid applications

Interact with third party sales representatives, regional managers, consultants, contractors, and end users on a daily basis through verbal and written communication

Administer equipment procurement bids including: submission of applicable bond request, preparation of bid forms, pricing and providing of all requested information

Oversee project hand-overs to project management/ engineering group

Respond proactively to all sales calls

Utilize proprietary software platforms (AXP, Treatment Select, Xylect, Mids, etc.) to address technical questions. Utilize third party software (AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and PowerPoint) as needed to enhance customer support

Maintain sales files and customer information database in Salesforce.com

Maintain product knowledge through training and seminars

Provide other duties as assigned

Other duties as may be assigned as needed including special projects to help improve processes or tools for the sales group or key account management

Follow and comply with all ESH&S policies

Support cross-Treatment training and development opportunities

Provide and/or receive mentorship for other Treatment and Xylem team members

Participate in local water-treatment efforts / organizations

Qualification

Civil EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringMechanical EngineeringChemical EngineeringWater Treatment ExperienceTechnical Sales SupportMicrosoft OfficeAutoCADCustomer ServiceProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailSelf-Starter

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (or related B.S. degree in engineering/environmental studies)

Interest in or experience working in the field of water and/or wastewater treatment industry or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts

Specific hands-on field experience with controls, electrical panels, and/or mechanical equipment is a plus

Demonstrate proficient problem solving techniques, attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications in the development of project tenders, designs, cost estimates, and proposals

Superior customer service, interpersonal, effective communicator and influential is required. Ability to facilitate a presentation and technical aptitude of the product/process

Possess ability to complete tasks and resolve difficult technical issues with minimum oversight

Ability to prioritize, focus, and complete most critical tasks while handling multiple assignments with shifting priorities

Ability to network effectively within organization to get things done

Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and CRM software

Be a self-starter with high motivation to achieve corporate and personal goals

Excellent verbal and written communication skills