Application Engineer

*Application Engineer – Reading, PA* *We have an immediate opening for an Application Engineer at our Corporate Office.
* *Hours are 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday* This document provides a high-level view of the specific job responsibilities of the Application Engineer.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
*Essential Responsibilities:* -Review Plans and Specification documentation for handover process to determine if we have sufficient information to begin the submittal process.
- After application engineering handover review, when necessary, request additional information (RFI’s) from contractor/plant/consultant or send out structural recommendations (for new tanks) to contractor.
- Be present at specific handover and kickoff meetings as a liaison between engineering and sales and be prepared to discuss project from a technical aspect.
- Provide application advice, information, calculations for budgetary requests.
- Work with process engineering to determine proper equipment required based on loading, tank sizes, etc.
- Perform preliminary Autocad designs and drawing reviews and modifications for customer requirements.
- Modify Cad drawings for projects using new tanks, so that the equipment will fit, be properly supported, and allow Brentwood to provide our standard equipment where possible.
- Provide drawings to customers showing similar applications to their project.
- On occasion, assist engineering on special projects and submittals.
- Assist in estimating and proposal writing if situation arises.
- Create job specific plate drawings for customers to take tank measurements so that when engineering is ready to begin the submittal process, they have the information required to complete submittal.
Review plans and specifications for budgetary and bidding projects to determine criteria for the estimate and proposal, including tank dimensions; tank and mechanism quantities; material variances; unusual sizes and other project specific requirements.
*Essential Skills:* EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree (B.
S.
) in Engineering from a four-year college or university; 2+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret plans, specifications, common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to effectively prepare and present information to customers, engineers, contractors, top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to prepare and use spreadsheets, calculate amounts, proportions, percentages, decreases etc.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to understand customer needs, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and present solutions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
OTHER: Typical noise level in office: Moderate (examples: business office with computers and printers, light foot traffic).
Assist in other areas/departments as required.
Brentwood offers professional growth potential, pleasant work environment, and an excellent wage and benefits package including 401K w/employer match.
Brentwood Industries, Inc.
, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
At Brentwood, we have a passion for both our products and our people.
Our goal as an employer is to help you excel as an individual and as part of a team by providing you with a satisfying, motivating and stimulating work experience.
The varied nature of the environment at Brentwood allows you to work alongside industry professionals on a wide range of projects, contributing your knowledge and strengths to develop innovative, market-driven solutions.
Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Application Question(s): * Can you provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States? * Have you ever been employed by Brentwood before? * Do any of your friends/relatives work for Brentwood? * What is your desired salary? Work Location: In person