Application Engineer

Position: Application Engineer Location: Hickory, North Carolina Date: June 2026 JOB SUMMARY: Working 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. This support includes working with the project managers, aftermarket, outside sales and field service technicians. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Application Engineer / Estimator: Provide pump and controls selection, configuration, estimation, and proposal generation. Direct quotations to customer of equipment packages and budget estimates on spec-and-bid projects. Estimate pump station retrofits including labor, materials, and associated equipment. Provide technical research, application, and costing on non-standard equipment or items. Develop internal and external sales training, if required. Maintenance of engineering data, forms, and procedures. Back up & assist project managers and aftermarket sales team as required EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering degree strongly preferred. APPLICATION ENGINEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Five to twenty years of relevant work experience is preferred. Be familiar with the selection and application of different types of centrifugal and positive displacement style pumping equipment for the municipal and industrial markets. Be familiar with motor selection for the different types of pumps Be familiar with controls, starters and/or VFD equipment as required to control pumping equipment. APPLICATION ENGINEER LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: Certified Solidworks Associate (CSWA) is a plus PE certification is a plus APPLICATION ENGINEER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must be highly motivated and a self-starter. Able to carry out a series of work instructions without constant supervision. Ability to communicate effectively. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to organize and prioritize. Be able to communicate with multiple departments which include sales, office management, accounting, and warehouse. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Knowledge of automation systems including instrumentation, PLC’s, HMI’s, and SCADA applications is a plus. Knowledge and use of 3D design software (Solid Edge, Solid Works, Revit) is a plus. Knowledge of Six Sigma and/or Green Belt certification is a plus. INFORMATION: Visit our website – www.clearwaterinc.net JOB TYPE: Full-time salary position Pay based on experience. SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday 7:30-5:30 Monday – Thursday 8-12 Fridays BENEFITS: Paid holiday/vacation Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance 401K retirement plan Annual Bonus plan Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Compensation Package: Yearly bonus Experience: application engineering: 2 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Hickory, NC 28602 (Required) Work Location: In person