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This support includes working with the project managers, aftermarket, outside sales and field service technicians.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:\nApplication Engineer / Estimator:\nProvide pump and controls selection, configuration, estimation, and proposal generation.\nDirect quotations to customer of equipment packages and budget estimates on spec-and-bid projects.\nEstimate pump station retrofits including labor, materials, and associated equipment.\nProvide technical research, application, and costing on non-standard equipment or items.\nDevelop internal and external sales training, if required.\nMaintenance of engineering data, forms, and procedures.\nBack up & assist project managers and aftermarket sales team as required\nEDUCATION:\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering degree strongly preferred.\nAPPLICATION ENGINEER WORK EXPERIENCE:\nFive to twenty years of relevant work experience is preferred.\nBe familiar with the selection and application of different types of centrifugal and positive displacement style pumping equipment for the municipal and industrial markets.\nBe familiar with motor selection for the different types of pumps\nBe familiar with controls, starters and/or VFD equipment as required to control pumping equipment.\nAPPLICATION ENGINEER LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:\nCertified Solidworks Associate (CSWA) is a plus\nPE certification is a plus\nAPPLICATION ENGINEER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:\nMust be highly motivated and a self-starter.\nAble to carry out a series of work instructions without constant supervision.\nAbility to communicate effectively.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nAbility to organize and prioritize.\nBe able to communicate with multiple departments which include sales, office management, accounting, and warehouse.\nProficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat\nKnowledge of automation systems including instrumentation, PLC’s, HMI’s, and SCADA applications is a plus.\nKnowledge and use of 3D design software (Solid Edge, Solid Works, Revit) is a plus.\nKnowledge of Six Sigma and/or Green Belt certification is a plus.\nINFORMATION:\nVisit our website – www.clearwaterinc.net\nJOB TYPE:\nFull-time salary position\nPay based on experience.\nSCHEDULE:\nMonday to Friday\n7:30-5:30 Monday – Thursday\n8-12 Fridays\nBENEFITS:\nPaid holiday/vacation\nHealth/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance\n401K retirement plan\nAnnual Bonus plan\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nCompensation Package:\nYearly bonus\nExperience:\napplication engineering: 2 years (Preferred)\nAbility to Commute:\nHickory, NC 28602 (Required)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Clearwater","rawCompany":"clearwater","city":"Hickory","state":"OK","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-27T13:25:00.209Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"41-9031.00","title":"Sales Engineers","slug":"sales-engineers"},{"code":"17-2051.00","title":"Civil Engineers","slug":"civil-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"},{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Application Engineer","description":"Position: Application Engineer\nLocation: Hickory, North Carolina\nDate: June 2026\nJOB SUMMARY:\nWorking for the Estimating Team, this position provides high-end sales and technical support for the Outside Sales team for pumping systems and water/wastewater equipment in both the Municipal and Industrial markets. 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