Technical Applications Engineer – HDPE

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Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries:
Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

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, develop engineered piping solutions, and position Ferguson as the preferred partner for HDPE and engineered plastics systems.

This role combines engineering expertise, technical sales support, project development, and specification leadership while working closely with Ferguson's Engineered Plastics & Equipment (EP&E) team. This is a highly visible role focused on driving long-term project opportunities through engineering relationships, technical consultation, and innovative piping solutions.

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.

• Develop relationships with engineering firms, consulting engineers, municipalities, industrial end users, OEMs, and project owners to position Ferguson as the preferred engineered plastics partner.
• Engage with projects during the conceptual and design phases to influence specifications and enhance long‑term project opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance on HDPE and engineered thermoplastic piping systems, including material selection, application recommendations, system layouts, joining methods, and industry standards.
• Support engineering firms with system design, pipe sizing, routing recommendations, fusion methodologies, pressure ratings, and installation guidelines.
• Assist engineers in developing or improving project specifications that align with industry standards and Ferguson's fabrication and engineering capabilities.
• Develop value‑engineered solutions that improve project performance while reducing total installed cost.
• Prepare and review technical submittals, calculations, drawings, engineering packages, and supporting documentation required for project approvals.
• Support Ferguson sales teams by providing technical expertise throughout project development, specification, bidding, and construction phases.
• Coordinate closely with Regional HDPE Coordinators, Product Specialists, National Rental Center, fabrication facilities, and GM Sales – HDPE to ensure seamless project execution.
• Capture and maintain project pipeline information within…