[Hiring] Technical Applications Engineer @FERGUSON

Role Description

Ferguson is seeking a Technical Applications Engineer to support the continued growth of our HDPE and Engineered Plastics business across North America. This position will serve as the technical authority for engineered thermoplastic piping systems by working directly with consulting engineers, project owners, municipalities, OEMs, contractors, and Ferguson sales teams throughout the design and specification process.

The ideal candidate will:

• Engage with projects early in the design cycle, helping influence specifications and develop engineered piping solutions.
• Position Ferguson as the preferred partner for HDPE and engineered plastics systems.
• Drive long-term project opportunities through engineering relationships, technical consultation, and innovative piping solutions.

Location: While this role is Remote, ideally, our preference is for the selected individual to live along the Eastern Region of the country, somewhere from Maine to Florida. However, we will consider other locations for the right person and fit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering subject area required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain licensure.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering or technical experience supporting industrial piping systems, municipal infrastructure, process piping, mechanical systems, or HDPE applications.
• Experience with HDPE piping systems, thermoplastic materials, or engineered piping products preferred.
• Working knowledge of ASTM, AWWA, ASME, FM, NSF, PPI, and applicable industry standards.
• Experience reading engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong understanding of fabrication methods, butt fusion, electrofusion, and thermoplastic joining technologies.
• Excellent presentation, technical writing, and communication skills.
• AutoCAD, Revit, or other engineering software experience preferred.

Requirements

• Ability to travel approximately 40–60% throughout North America.
• Occasional overnight travel for customer meetings, fabrication facilities, conferences, and technical training.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Mental health coverage.
• Gender affirming and family building benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Associate discounts.
• Community involvement opportunities.