Applications Engineer

Application Engineer Position:
Application Engineer

Location:

Portland, OR Pay: $100,000 + / year, depending on experience

Schedule:

Onsite daily. Regular full-time schedule

Who We Are:

We are seeking an experienced Application Engineer with a strong background in fluid system design, CAD modeling, and technical problem-solving. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working hands‑on with engineering systems, collaborating with highly technical teams, and turning complex design requirements into clear, buildable solutions. You will work closely with a small engineering team of two, supporting custom system design, troubleshooting, manufacturing, and customer proposals from initial concepts through final design approval.

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot fluid systems involving gases, oils, and other fluid applications.
• Create and interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), 3D models, and 2D assembly drawings.
• Use Solid Works and AutoCAD extensively to develop, modify, and troubleshoot engineering designs.
• Design fluid control systems and assemblies for applications involving argon, oxygen, nitrogen, semiconductor processes, pulp and paper, pressure systems, and biopharmaceutical applications.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings and design packages to present to customers and support competitive bidding.
• Develop designs from initial concepts through complete system buildout and obtain final customer approval.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs are practical, accurate, and ready for assembly.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, understandable instructions for manufacturing and production personnel.
• Work alongside a small engineering team of two to solve technical challenges and deliver custom solutions.
• Assist with product selection, system layouts, assembly procedures, and testing requirements.
• Provide technical support to customers, technicians, sales teams, and service associates.
• Follow established quality standards, engineering procedures, and internal design systems.
• Learn the company's specific engineering approach, processes, and systems through hands‑on shop training and computer-based learning.
• Give and receive constructive feedback professionally.
• Support troubleshooting, product improvements, customer concerns, and other engineering projects as needed.
• Travel periodically to customer sites when required.

Approximate annual salary of $100,000+, depending on experience.

• Opportunity to work on complex, custom-engineered fluid systems.
• A collaborative environment working closely with a small engineering team.
• Hands‑on exposure to both CAD design and shop‑floor manufacturing processes.
• The opportunity to take ownership of designs from concept through buildout and final approval.
• Opportunities to work across specialized industries and technical applications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience and education.
• A minimum of 3–5+ years of relevant, real-world engineering experience.
• Previous experience designing, building, or troubleshooting fluid systems.
• Strong proficiency in Solid Works and AutoCAD, with significant hands‑on CAD experience.
• Experience creating 3D models, 2D drawings, engineering layouts, and technical design packages.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, P&IDs, customer requirements, and engineering documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex system designs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with highly technical professionals and translate engineering requirements into practical instructions for manufacturing and production teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to…