Application Engineer

APPLICATION ENGINEER | INSTRUMENTATION VALVES & FITTINGS | HoustonWe are working with a global manufacturer of instrumentation valves, fittings, and fluid system products to find an Application Engineer for their US headquarters in Houston, Texas - a junior to mid-level role with a clear progression path into an outside field sales position.The CompanyA well established global manufacturer with facilities in the US, Germany, and China - specialising in instrumentation valves and fittings, ultra high purity products, sampling systems, and tubing for oil and gas, chemical, semiconductor, and industrial markets. They are in active growth mode in the US and this role sits at the heart of that expansion.The OpportunityYou will be the commercial and technical link between the customer and the business - managing proposals, processing orders, supporting customers through technical queries, and proactively sourcing new opportunities.What You Will Be Doing:Managing the full sales cycle - proposals, quotes, order processing, and customer serviceProviding technical support to customers on instrumentation valve and fittings product selectionBuilding knowledge of the market and competitors to support competitive project bidsWhat We Are Looking For:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred2 years of relevant experience in industrial sales, mechanical engineering, or instrumentation preferredAny exposure to instrumentation valves, fittings, fluid systems, fluid power, or related industrial products is a strong plusGenuine people skills - Building relationships and be comfortable on the phone and in front of customersSelf-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentThe PackageBase salary: $80,000Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, and paid holidaysClear career development path into an outside field sales role