Mechanical Engineer

This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship or transfer of sponsorship at this time or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

We’re hiring an Applications Engineer to develop pump system solutions for industrial and municipal customers. This role is responsible for translating customer requirements into technically sound, commercially viable equipment selections and system proposals – and then helping carry those jobs forward through submittals, order and specifications review, and execution.

This is an engineering-heavy role for someone who understands pumps deeply, can think through an application from the hydraulic and mechanical side, and can stay involved after award to make sure the solution that was sold is the solution that gets delivered.

Tencarva Machinery is a distributor, engineering and design partner, and OEM‑authorized repair network within the process equipment/flow control market. With 38 locations across 17 states, Tencarva provides end‑to‑end, whole‑system solutions for over 18,000 active customers across many verticals, including industrial, municipal water/wastewater, power generation, oil/gas, mining/aggregates, and automotive. Our service offerings include system analysis and design, applications engineering, custom fabrication of equipment packages, automation & controls, equipment remanufacturing, and thermal hard coatings.

You will evaluate customer requirements and overall system performance, select pumps and supporting equipment, and prepare technically accurate quotations, bills of material, and proposal packages. Just as important, you will stay involved after the job is awarded – reviewing scope, supporting submittals, helping resolve technical questions, coordinating with vendors and internal teams, and making sure the equipment package remains aligned with the application and specifications.

• Review customer requirements, specifications, drawings, and application data
• Perform pump sizing, selection, and system configuration for industrial and municipal applications
• Select supporting equipment and accessories based on application requirements
• Prepare quotations, bills of material, and technical proposal packages
• Develop schematics, layouts, and supporting documentation as needed
• Review contract scope and specifications for compliance, documentation, calculations, and testing requirements
• Support submittal development and technical review after award
• Stay engaged after award to help ensure the equipment package, submittals, and final deliverables remain aligned with the application and specifications
• Work with vendors, purchasing, production, service, and sales to keep projects aligned and moving
• Maintain accurate records of quotes, opportunities, projects, and correspondence
• Maintain and continue developing deep knowledge of product lines, software tools, and pump applications

• Annual Incentive Program
• Profit Sharing via 401(k)
• Opportunity to work on complex industrial and municipal pump applications
• Broad exposure to engineered systems, pump packages, and a variety of product lines
• Collaborative environment with experienced Sales Engineers and technical teams
• Stable, established, growing organization with a strong reputation for technical expertise and long‑term customer relationships
• Opportunity to build depth as a recognized application expert within key product lines

Benefits include paid time off including 10 holidays, medical/dental/vision/disability/life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.

• 10‑15 years of Applications Engineering experience within the pump industry strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred
• Strong preference for candidates with pump OEM or major distributor experience
• Deep understanding of pump hydraulics, pump construction, and system applications
• Ability to interpret specifications, contracts, P&IDs, drawings, and technical submittal requirements
• Experience with CAD, Solid Works, or similar design tools preferred
• Ability to develop technically accurate proposals and bills of material
• Strong…