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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Application Engineer - Fluidics - **Company:** Holland, Inc - **Location:** Burr Ridge, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Systems Integration - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a4a0123a373bfd28 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Team leadership?, * High attention to detail and commitment to technical accuracy. * Strong leadership presence with the ability to guide customers and internal teams. * Customer-focused mindset with the ability to manage multiple active projects. * Thrives in a fast-paced, growing manufacturing and technical sales environment. * Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented., * Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Biological Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline. * Minimum of 5+ years of experience in sanitary process systems, fluid handling, pumps/valves, or related process equipment industries. * Strong understanding of sanitary design principles, stainless steel fabrication, fluid dynamics, and process system integration. * Proven ability to lead customer-facing engineering projects from concept through delivery. * Excellent technical writing, presentation, and communication skills with both technical and non technical audiences. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD or similar process design/drafting tools preferred. Work Environment and Physical Demands * Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer * Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. occasionally ## Description The Sr. Application Engineer will act as the subject matter expert for our customers, providing technical guidance on equipment selection, system integration, and process optimization. This role combines engineering expertise with customer-facing responsibilities - supporting process design, sizing and specification of sanitary equipment, preparing detailed proposals, and partnering closely with our Sales and Engineering teams., Engineering & Technical Support * Lead technical discussions with customers, integrators, and engineering firms to understand process goals, sanitary requirements, and operating conditions. * Serve as the primary technical resource throughout the project lifecycle-from concept development through installation support. * Select and size sanitary pumps, valves, heat exchangers, mixers, instrumentation, and related process equipment aligned with customer requirements and industry standards. * Interpret customer specifications, P&IDs, datasheets, and drawings to develop accurate and optimized equipment recommendations. * Collaborate with plant managers, engineers, and project teams to evaluate process challenges and propose cost effective, high reliability solutions. * Conduct technical presentations and product trainings-highlighting capabilities of Holland's product lines, OEM partners, and custom-engineered offerings. * Provide mentorship to junior application engineers and inside sales team members. * Travel to customer locations, OEMs, and integrators as required (20-30%). Commercial & Sales Support * Review and qualify vendor quotations to ensure alignment with technical, sanitary, and commercial requirements. * Prepare detailed pricing proposals for Holland's sanitary equipment lines, custom assemblies, and value added fabrication capabilities. * Support the Outside Sales Team by developing timely, accurate quotations and providing technical guidance during customer engagements. * Contribute to project handoffs, documentation, and internal communication to ensure seamless execution. * Perform other engineering or sales related tasks as needed in a growing organization. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [AI Agents & Agentic AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2017-ai-agents-agentic-ai) - [WebAssembly Revolution: Elevating JavaScript's Reach and Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1149-webassembly-revolution-elevating-javascript-s-reach-and-performance) - [How to Domain Model – An example from manufacturing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/742-how-to-domain-model-an-example-from-manufacturing) - [Physical AI: The Era of Intelligent Machines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100141-physical-ai-the-era-of-intelligent-machines) - [Boost Productivity with AI: Figma & Playwright MCP Workflows - Aris Markogiannakis](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1768-boost-productivity-with-ai-figma-playwright-mcp-workflows-aris-markogiannakis) ## Related Articles - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)