Application Engineer in Houston

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Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Applications Engineer with deep experience in centrifugal compressors and industrial rotating equipment. The successful candidate will support technical sales activities, develop customized application solutions, and interface with global clients across a range of industries.

This role requires strong engineering fundamentals, customer-facing communication skills, and a thorough understanding of compressor design, selection, and integration into broader systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead in pre-sales and proposal development for compressor solutions, including feasibility analysis, product selection, and system design.
• Collaborate with the Sales, R&D, and Product Management teams to ensure alignment between customer requirements and product capabilities.
• Develop and review technical proposals, specifications, performance data, and cost estimates for centrifugal compressors.
• Evaluate customer inquiries and provide technically and commercially competitive solutions.
• Support customer meetings, presentations, and technical discussions as a subject matter expert.
• Lead the review and clarification of customer specifications and ensure compliance with industry standards (API 617, ASME, ISO, etc.).
• Provide engineering input for project execution teams during order fulfillment, including final design reviews and documentation.
• Analyze and interpret performance data, simulations, and customer requirements to optimize compressor system performance.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on application best practices.

Requirements / Experience

Required:

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in applications engineering or technical sales support, with a strong emphasis on centrifugal compressors.
• Deep knowledge of compressor performance curves, thermodynamics, and system integration.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (API 617, ASME, ISO, etc.).
• Proficiency in engineering software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, COMPAL, or similar performance prediction tools).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience with customer interaction and proposal writing.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (~15–25%).

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• Experience with packaged skid design and integration for oil & gas or industrial gas applications.
• Prior experience working with international teams or within a global corporate structure.
• Knowledge of related equipment such as expanders, drivers (motors/turbines), and control systems.

Compensation

Hanwha Power Systems Americas (HPSA) offers a dynamic and challenging work environment with benefits including generous Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance and 401(k). HPSA will assist with normal moving expenses.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Hanwha Power Systems Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , or protected veteran status.

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