[Hiring] Field Product Application Engineer @Gates Corporation

Role Description

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located remotely, you will be a Senior Field Product Application Engineer! The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with strong mechanical and technical skills, capable of working independently and as part of a team.

You will primarily provide technical and hands-on support to our aftermarket equipment product line on the Fluid Power side of the business. This is an exciting opportunity for you because you will be working with customers, product line management, procurement, and technical teams on a variety of projects to enhance our product offering and equipment programs. You will heavily be involved in troubleshooting customer questions that arise, either remotely or in-person. You will conduct field engineering work where you will provide onsite technical support for customers.

• Technical & Development Support: You'll be the go-to expert for our fluid power products and aftermarket assembly equipment, including crimpers, saws, pumps, and racks. You'll support the development of new equipment and components, as well as provide in-depth troubleshooting and repair.
• Training: Develop and provide in-depth equipment training for internal teams and customers, including our popular Fluid Power Workshops.
• Marketing & Commercial Support: Collaborate with marketing and commercial teams to support the creation of promotional materials and other collateral related to our fluid power products. Create technical or how-to material to support our field team and customers.
• Providing engineering service to customers and clients in the proper application and selection of fluid power products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably Mechanical, plus 1-3 years of engineering experience OR 3-5 years of progressive engineering or technical experience, required.
• Must be hands-on and willing to roll-up your sleeves, as well as not be afraid to take things apart.
• Engineering discipline with a focus on Mechanical and Fluid Power systems, preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to manage customer personalities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal skills - coupled with the ability to maintain and generate product application literature, media, and technical articles.
• Ability to travel to customers, plants, and conferences as required (minimum 40%).
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize resources and project timelines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Full-Time
• Salary Range: $101,065 - $126,280
• SIP Eligible
• Relocation is not provided
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire.
• Eligible for (3 or 2) weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued.
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Company Description

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones, we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.