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# Applications Engineer

- **Company:** IFS
- **Location:** East Haven, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, Microsoft Outlook, Control Panels, SolidWorks (CAD), Desktop Computing, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP Sales and Distribution, Microsoft Business Central
- **Published:** October 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/15_b079628a1

## About the Role

* BS degree, preferably in engineering.
 * 3+ years of experience in a sales engineering type role.
 * Ability to read and understand pump performance graphs. Knowledge of pump construction and materials selection a plus.
 * Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and electrical schematics. Familiarity with control panel logic a plus.
 * Ability to price and prepare formal product quotations. Familiarity with municipal specifications and bid processes a plus.
 * Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude or training.
 * Familiar with sales distribution channels.
 * Ability to understand and communicate technical issues.
 * Must have a good business aptitude with strong customer service skills.
 * Must have very good technical and non-technical communication skills.
 * Ability to manage and prioritize variable workload.
 * Ability to use computers and software programs including:
 + MS Outlook
 + MS Word
 + MS Excel
 * CAD/SolidWorks a plus
 * Experience with an ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics/Business Central a plus.
 * Can be productive with minimal supervision.
 * Has the ability to learn quickly and advance upon what has been learned.
 * Strong attention to detail.
 * Requires good communications and teamwork skills.
 * Ability to travel to support outside sales and training efforts.

Physical Requirements:

 * Constantly sitting and using standard office equipment (i.e., computer, keyboard, mouse, phone).
 * Occasionally standing and walking.

## Description

* This position is responsible for selecting, quoting, troubleshooting and promoting all IFS pump and associated control products, to domestic and international sales channels.
 * All activities will be focused on assisting internal and external sales personnel and to expand IFS's product market share into key growth markets worldwide.

Responsibilities:

 * Identify key pump selection criteria by direct interaction with distributor or end user.
 * Determine major market area of end user or distributor pump application.
 * Refer end users to established IFS distributor network covering four major marketing areas; Industrial, WasteWater, Mining, and Dewatering.
 * Select application appropriate products from entire IFS product line; including pumps, controls, pump replacement and spare parts, and submersible pump accessories.
 * Prepare product quotations from published price lists and product data sheets to assist users or established IFS distributors.
 * Identify major competitor's products and their IFS equivalents.
 * Identify key product applications and product features along with identification of new potential applications.
 * Identify pumped liquid physical properties and match with available product materials.
 * Identify control panel requirements and logic. Develop engineered panel requirements with the assistance of the Controls group.
 * Identify electrical power requirements and match to available IFS product characteristics.
 * Assist sales, marketing and engineering personnel develop and conduct product promotional and/or product training programs.
 * Participate in companywide continuous improvement and similar quality efforts to help grow the operation.
 * Able to perform daily work safely with full consideration for fellow employees and in full compliance with OSHA safety standards.
 * Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.