Applications Engineering Co-op; Fall

Position Summary

Position Title:

Applications Engineering Co-op (Fall 2026)

Reports to:

Applications Engineering Manager

Location:

Colfax, NC or Stafford, TX

This is a full‑time (40 hours per week), non‑exempt position reporting in‑office. Must be available during the Fall 2026 term. The purpose of this position is to provide daily support for the direct sales force in the areas of applications, proposal work and order processing/management. Specifically, this includes reviewing specifications, making pump selections, preparing proposals, providing technical support to customers, interfacing with vendors, processing orders, and expediting.

• Review customer specifications and prepare comprehensive professional proposals.
• Use in‑house created software to select optimal pumps, generate scope of supply, and submit orders.
• Handle customer telephone inquiries.
• Interface with outside vendors to solicit quotes for equipment.
• Effectively process orders and manage any issues that arise.
• Act as a liaison between operations and the customer.
• Participate in sales calls with the Sales Engineer as part of development.
• Provide technical support to customers.
• Participate in pre‑award meetings as required.
• Develop effective rapport with customer contacts.

Must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. (Junior or Senior / Senior preferred)