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# Applications Engineer 2

- **Company:** WESTECH
- **Location:** Ames, IA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, SolidWorks (CAD), Creo Elements/Pro (Computer-Aided Design Software)
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=41e5bda37d786795

## About the Role

* Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, Chemical Engineering or equivalent
 * Experience: Generally, 1-2 or more years of related experience
 * Ability to travel (approximately 10%)
 * Strong math skills
 * General understanding of chemistry and physics
 * Excellent computer skills
 * Detail oriented, well organized with strong communication and interpersonal skills
 * Excellent problem-solving skills
 * Strong analytical skills
 * Self-motivated
 * Excellent time management skills
 * Ability to follow through on projects
 * Prior sales experience
 * Superior customer service
 * Work well in a team environment

Here are the skills and qualifications that will set you apart:

 * Master's Degree in Engineering
 * Experience with AutoCAD, Solid Works, or Pro-E

Physical Requirements:

 * Ability to work at a desk to operate computer/phone system
 * Frequently required to sit, talk, hear, and see. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision
 * Regularly required to move around the facility
 * Some lifting may be involved (50-70 lbs), specifically when in the warehouse areas
 * Comply with all safety regulations

## Description

WesTech is in search of an Applications Engineer 2 who will research, collect, and report information on the ability and capacity of water and wastewater treatment equipment. Assist in the design and development of equipment and systems, as well as the redesign of existing systems to fulfill the needs of the customer. This role performs a full range of Applications Engineer assignments and uses considerable independent judgment to interpret and apply work guidelines with considerable latitude to specific situations.

Some of the work you will do:

 * Specification review from contractors and engineers as well as developing specifications for equipment to be sent to the customer/fabricator
 * Document preparation, maintenance, and review including technical drawings and P&ID's
 * Budget and firm bid proposal review and preparation
 * Prepare cost estimates
 * Calculation and interpretation of basic project related calculations and responding to technical clarifications to the customer
 * Make continuous improvements with the job functions and processes
 * Collaborate with the Regional Sales Manager and Sales Agent to develop a sales strategy
 * Conducting technical sales presentations and meeting with customers
 * Communicate project details to Project Managers and Designers
 * Peer review of bids
 * Other duties as assigned/requested


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