Application Engineer Mechanical Engineering

Overview

Pump and Abrasion Technologies (PABT) is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and assembly of heavy-duty slurry pumps. The role supports the Technical Sales department with all technical aspects regarding our products. The Head Office is in Centurion, and you will work from there with travel to client sites as needed.

Travel typically occurs over a 3-4 day period with company transport provided. You will be responsible for all technical aspects of your area, providing pump system–related solutions in the form of proposals based on a variety of variables and requirements.

• Assist in selecting and specifying pumps to best meet the customer’s needs.
• Compile technical reports and proposals.
• Guide customers on a technical basis to the appropriate product.
• Provide first-line technical support and consulting for pump applications.
• Provide on-site assistance with installation of products.
• Conduct system analyses and fault finding on-site; compile reports with the necessary solutions and root-cause analysis.
• Assist Sales representatives in presenting proposed solutions to clients.
• Meet or exceed customer support quality assurance standards on a consistent basis.

• Strong mechanical and/or process engineering ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to organize and maintain various files and sheets.
• Excellent experience with computers and software, especially MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate to a technical or non-technical audience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Energetic, driven, self-starter capable of taking ownership of all technical aspects of the role.

• B.Eng or BSc.Eng degree in Mechanical or Process Engineering.
• 0-2 years of working experience.
• Pump-related experience will be advantageous.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to live out 3-4 days per week.