Application Engineer II (CMP & MP)

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases (CE&IG) is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the LH2, LNG and industrial gases industries. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over USD 1.2B in annual revenue, 8,000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Job Overview

The Application Engineer – CMP/MP will support the selection, application, and technical evaluation of pumps and pumping systems. This role is primarily focused on pre-order engineering activities, including RFQ analysis, pump selection, and proposal preparation, while working under the guidance of senior engineers and sales teams. The position serves as a key technical interface between customers, sales, and internal project and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Evaluation: Review RFQs, project specifications, and customer requirements to understand application needs and operating conditions.
• Pump Selection & Sizing: Perform technical selection and scope definition for centrifugal and API-compliant pump systems based on customer specifications.
• Proposal Support: Prepare technical proposals including datasheets, performance curves, and auxiliary systems (e.g., seal systems, lube systems) in coordination with senior engineers.
• Costing & Quotations: Support development of cost estimates, pricing, and delivery schedules aligned with technical selections and customer requirements.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with internal departments, suppliers, and global teams to support proposal development and address application-specific requirements.
• Customer Interaction: Assist in responding to technical queries, clarifications, and pre-award discussions with customers and EPC contractors.
• Order Review & Handover: Review customer purchase orders for alignment with quoted scope and assist in transferring technical documentation to project management teams.
• Post-Order Support (as needed): Provide limited technical support during project execution as required.
• Tools & Process Improvement: Contribute to development and improvement of application engineering tools, templates, and processes.

• Timely response to RFQs and customer inquiries
• Accuracy and completeness of technical selections and costing inputs
• Adherence to target margins under guidance
• Quality and completeness of technical documentation
• Effective coordination with global product teams and internal stakeholde r.

• Responsible for assigned tasks and deliverables with guidance from management and sales.
• Accountable for accuracy and completeness of technical and commercial inputs within defined scope

• Individual contributor role with strong cross-functional collaboration.

• Office-based role with regular use of engineering, quoting, and business systems.
• Occasional travel for customer meetings and sales support.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Qualifications .

• Education, Experience and Skills:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field requiredExperience: 2 to 6 years’ relevant professional experience is required
• Industry focus: Direct experience with canned motor pumps and metering pumps is highly preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, hydraulic principles and system design.
• Standards Knowledge: Familiarity with API 685 and related standards API / ASME.
• Software: Proficiency with Pump selection tools, CRM/ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Salesforce) preferred.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving, attention to detail, and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Collaboration: Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional and global teams.
• Work Style: Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple inquiries simultaneously.
• Travel: Willingness to travel on a limited basis to support sales and customer engagement.
  

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.