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# Application Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** New Haven, CT, United States
- **Salary:** $74,880.0 - $98,800.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Artificial Intelligence, Control Panels, SolidWorks (CAD)
- **Published:** October 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/ct/new-haven/e50fd2c6-5c2a-4b38-a061-3895853f71bc

## About the Role

Visionary
Leadership
Automation
Hydraulics
Innovation
Wastewater
Communication
Control Panels
Problem Solving
Valves (Piping)
Engineering Drawings
Computer-Aided Design
Technical Requirements
Technical Documentation
Engineering Design Process
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), * Proficiency in application engineering and customer management.

 * Ability to read and interpret schematics and CAD software.
 * Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
 * Customer-facing communication skills.
 * Aptitude in mechanical and/or electrical engineering.
 * Ability to work independently and manage workload without constant supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

 * Experience with pumps, piping, valves, hydraulics, or fluid dynamics.
 * Controls engineering or control panels experience.
 * SOLIDWORKS or other CAD software proficiency.
 * Interest in AI and automation to reduce administrative tasks.
 * Prior experience in applications, sales, or service engineering., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

The Applications Engineer will collaborate directly with customers and internal teams to comprehend technical requirements, select appropriate pump and control solutions, troubleshoot applications, prepare quotes, and manage technical documentation. This role blends customer interaction with mechanical and electrical problem-solving, requiring the review of drawings and schematics, as well as understanding hydraulic and electrical requirements. The Applications Engineer will work across departments to develop solutions and must be able to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. While travel to customer sites and trade shows is available, it is not a primary requirement.
Responsibilities

 * Collaborate with customers and internal teams to understand technical requirements.
 * Select suitable pump and control solutions for various applications.
 * Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
 * Prepare quotes and process technical documentation.
 * Review and interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
 * Develop solutions by working across different departments.
 * Communicate technical information clearly to customers and internal teams.