Applications Associate / Specialist / Engineer - Thermal Solutions

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Applications Associate / Specialist / Engineer provides engineering sales support for project opportunities and reports to the Applications Manager.

• Review and interpret customer requirements, client bid packages, scope information and drawings.
• Design/configure our proposed equipment, complete with FPS fabricated equipment and buyouts from other OEMs.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure our proposed process line is functional, cost‑effective, efficient and meets customer requirements.
• Create 2D or 3D technical equipment and layout sales drawings.
• Complete a cost study of the project.
• Prepare professional proposals and bid documents.
• Handoff won projects to our Project Management Office.
• Maintain and update design templates, tools and records.
• Assist in drafting analysis reports, including tables/charts or other sales support documentation as required.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Professional Affiliation: Registered P.Eng.; if not licensed, treated as Application Specialist.
• Experience: Hands‑on experience of food processing, mechanical equipment design, sales, project estimation, proposal writing, equipment manufacturing, P&IDs and refrigeration.
• Drafting Proficiency: Strong proficiency in AutoCAD 2D Drafting.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Able to quickly learn and understand mechanical/engineering concepts, equipment function and basic principles of physics.
• Excellent Communication & Technical Writing Skills: Capable of clearly articulating ideas and project details in both written and verbal forms.
• Detail‑Oriented: Able to pay attention and focus on small details – which can have a large impact on the overall solution we are providing.
• Fast Processor of Information: Able to quickly grasp project requirements and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Energetic, Collaborative, and Deadline‑Driven: Proactive in engaging with team members and committed to meeting timelines.
• Quick Learner: Desire and ability to absorb new concepts, technologies, knowledge and processes.
• Problem Solver/Critical Thinking Skills: Ability to analyze/process multiple pieces of information and solve for the best engineering solution.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Able to effectively mentor and coach APP‑1s, increasing their technical knowledge and technical ability.
• Proficiency in MS Office Platforms: Familiarity with Word, Excel, Teams and other essential software tools.

• Ideal candidate will have experience within the following industries:
• Potato / French Fry processing
• Vegetable, Fruit processing
• Meat, Poultry or Seafood processing
• Languages: Proficiency in multiple languages, in addition to English, is advantageous.

• Candidates with less experience will be considered for the position of Application Associate.