Applications Engineer, Paxton Products and Vortec

ITW - Cincinnati, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Cincinnati, OH

10,001+ employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Applications Engineer at ITW Air Management is responsible for engineering solutions tailored to customer applications, preparing proposals and quotations based on customer needs, and modifying existing designs to meet specific requirements. This role supports the sales process by providing technical information, drawings, and troubleshooting assistance, while also ensuring effective communication with both internal teams and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quotes and proposals for customers based on engineering calculations for sizing blowers and air delivery devices.
• Follow up with customers routinely to close opportunities.
• Assist in modifying existing designs to meet customer and manufacturing needs using CAD-type software.
• Respond to incoming technical service and quote requests via phone, email, and chat.
• Provide technical support to customers through various communication channels.
• Drive to meet sales objectives by following up on quotes and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain high-quality relationships with customers.
• Collaborate with R&D and marketing teams to convey customer data and assist with marketing content creation.
• Participate in project calls with customers and internal teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Technology, or a similar field.
• 3-5 years of engineering, technical sales, or application engineering experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in 3D mechanical design, with familiarity in Autodesk 3D Inventor or SolidWorks being a plus.
• High mechanical aptitude is required.
• Previous experience with blowers or air compressors is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with industrial equipment and ability to work safely on equipment.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office and Salesforce CRM.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of airflow dynamics and blower performance curves.
• Experience in technical sales or customer-facing roles.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance / Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K plan with generous company match
• Vacation, personal days and holidays
• Continuing education reimbursement program
• Flexible spending accounts