Applications Engineer

Flowserve is seeking a technically driven and commercially minded Applications Engineer to support our Baton Rouge Quick Response Center (QRC) and Valve Automation Business . In this high-impact position, you will act as a core product specialist—translating complex customer and sales representative requirements into engineered control valve, actuator, and instrumentation solutions .

You will work closely with regional sales teams, engineering groups, and QRC operations to handle technical evaluation, sizing/selection, cost estimations, and complete order execution for critical severe-service process applications .

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Sizing & Selection: Perform sizing, selection, and configuration of control valves, actuators, positioners, and associated automation accessories .
• Proposal & Quotation Development: Evaluate customer inquiries and requests for quotes (RFQs) to generate complete technical and commercial proposals .
• Sales & Rep Support: Serve as a dedicated technical sales support resource for regional sales representatives and key account clients across the Gulf Coast region .
• Cost Estimation & Pricing: Calculate pricing based on product cost structures, manufacturing requirements, and market sourcing solutions .
• Order Review & Execution: Conduct technical order acceptance, engineering verification, and complete order preparation for plant manufacturing .

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related technical discipline .
• Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience with control valves, automated valves, actuation systems, or process flow control equipment .
• Role Background: Prior experience as an Applications Engineer, Technical Inside Sales Representative, or Sales Support Engineer within industrial manufacturing or distribution .
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with sizing/selection software configurators, ERP systems, and technical specification reviews .
• Mobility: Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed for site visits and sales representative support .