Applications Engineer 1

Our mission at WesTech is to help communities thrive by delivering high-quality water solutions with superior service - safely and sustainably. To achieve this mission, we recruit great people to be part of our collegial and collaborative teams in engineering, design, project management, field service, plant operations, professional services and more.

As one of the leading operating brands of Swire Water, our values of integrity, humility, endeavor, excellence and continuity make this an outstanding working environment. Our continuing success creates attractive opportunities for purpose-driven professionals to develop new skills, support vital industries, and grow their careers.

Summary :

WesTech is in search of an Applications Engineer 1 in our Ames, IA office. This individual will 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. They will also research, collect, and report information on the ability and capacity of water and wastewater treatment equipment. This is an entry level role, and this individual will perform a full range of Applications Engineer assignments under the guidance of a mentor.

Candidates for this position may be required to pass pre-employment and periodic screenings, including background checks, drug and alcohol tests, or other necessary assessments.

Some of the work that you will do :

• Review specifications and plan drawings from contractors and engineers
• Develop specifications for equipment to be sent to the customer / fabricator
• Prepare, maintain, and review a wide variety of documents including technical drawings and P&ID's
• Create and review budgetary and firm bid proposals
• Generate cost estimates
• Perform and interpret basic project related calculations
• Respond to technical clarifications with customer and external sales representatives
• Make continuous improvements with the job functions and processes
• Collaborate with the Regional Sales Manager and Sales Rep to develop project specific sales strategies
• Conduct technical sales presentations and meet with customers
• Communicate project details to Project Managers and Designers
• Review bid proposals for team members
• Other duties as assigned / requested

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WesTech considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.