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# Applications Engineer

- **Company:** Pinnacle Partners
- **Location:** Indianapolis, IN, United States
- **Salary:** $80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks (CAD), Automotive Software, 2d Design
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f246d8de010d4f5d

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in STEM, preferably Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Fluid Systems, or a related engineering discipline.
 * 1-5+ years of experience in applications engineering, design engineering, mechanical engineering, or a similar technical role.
 * Ability to learn and perform customer quoting and pricing activities.
 * Experience creating Bills of Materials (BOMs).
 * Experience with 2D design and preferably 3D design.
 * Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
 * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
 * Curiosity and willingness to research technical questions and find solutions.
 * Ability to learn new products, applications, industries, and technical concepts.
 * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
 * Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
 * Ability to communicate effectively with customers, Account Managers, Engineering, Production, and other internal teams.
 * Ability to work independently while also knowing when to ask questions and seek additional resources.
 * Willingness to learn the quoting, design, and project management processes required for custom solutions.

Preferred:

 * Experience with fluid system design.
 * Experience with P&IDs.
 * SolidWorks experience.
 * Experience with Inventor or other 2D/3D CAD platforms.
 * Experience designing complete systems rather than individual products or components.
 * Knowledge of fluid systems, analytical instrumentation, automotive applications, alternative fuels, life sciences, or related industries.
 * Experience with valves, fittings, tubing, or other fluid system components.
 * Experience with custom fabricated solutions.
 * Experience with customer quoting, pricing, or RFQ processes.
 * Experience creating Bills of Materials and determining material requirements.
 * Experience working directly with customers or account managers on technical projects.
 * Experience troubleshooting technical or design challenges.
 * Experience working in a manufacturing or engineered-product environment.
 * Strong research and problem-solving abilities.
 * Ability to independently investigate technical questions and develop potential solutions.
 * Experience managing projects with timelines ranging from several weeks to several months.
 * Experience working collaboratively within a small engineering or custom solutions team.

## Description

* Support the design and development of custom fabricated solutions based on customer requirements.
 * Develop quotes, pricing, and technical solutions for customer projects.
 * Work closely with Account Managers and Field Engineers to understand customer requirements and project specifications.
 * Interact directly with customers and internal teams to clarify technical requirements and develop appropriate solutions.
 * Develop a strong understanding of fluid system design principles and their application to customer projects.
 * Design fabricated projects and custom solutions to customer specifications.
 * Create and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for projects.
 * Review and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and other engineering documentation.
 * Utilize 2D and 3D design tools to develop customer-specific solutions.
 * Design custom fluid system solutions, including fabricated assemblies and valve-related applications.
 * Review project requirements and determine appropriate materials, components, and design approaches.
 * Provide technical input throughout the quoting and design process.
 * Identify opportunities to troubleshoot issues, improve designs, and add value to customer solutions.
 * Research technical questions and develop solutions using available resources and engineering knowledge.
 * Work through technical challenges independently while knowing when to ask questions or involve additional resources.
 * Manage multiple projects at different stages of development simultaneously.
 * Transition between quoting, design, project follow-up, and administrative responsibilities as project needs change.
 * Support projects ranging from a few weeks to six months or more depending on scope and complexity.
 * Attend weekly production meetings as needed to review quoted and designed projects.
 * Coordinate with production and internal teams to support the successful execution of customer projects.
 * Assist with ordering and identifying materials required for custom projects.
 * Review designs and quotes for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with customer requirements.
 * Support the development and implementation of custom solutions from initial customer request through production.
 * Maintain accurate project documentation and engineering records.
 * Communicate project status, technical information, and requirements effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
 * Spend approximately 60-70% of the month focused on quoting, with the remaining time divided between design, project support, and administrative responsibilities.
 * Complete additional engineering and technical projects as assigned.