Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Applications - Compression, the Applications Engineer is responsible for the front-end engineering, estimating, and technical support for the gas compression product line.

Principle Responsibilities and Duties

• Evaluate the design and performance for each compression opportunity; ensure deliverability and reliability of suppliers to meet Customer's specifications and timetable.
• Assist in evaluation of opportunity risk and reward and assist in developing proposal strategies.
• Manage the proposal process from opportunity to award.
• Ensure adequate evaluation of request for quotation requirements and specifications.
• Conduct and/ or oversee the design, selection, and costing of equipment / units both internally and externally, (i.e., sub vendors)
• Ensure scope definition, technical / commercial accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of proposal submission.
• Provide customer support to sales team via bid clarification meetings, pre-bid technical meetings, negotiation meetings, etc.
• Understanding of codes and standards in the global markets we are active in
• Ensure a smooth and efficient transition of information to Project's Department upon award.
• Liaison / coordination with both internal resources (other departments, sales, etc.) as well as external (i.e., clients, sub vendors, etc.) to develop relationships and encourage a "team" culture.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of quoting tools and procedures in order to improve the process and increase accuracy and success of proposals.
• Position may require some domestic travel.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates with a keen interest in the oil and gas industry are encouraged to apply. Prior exposure to compression equipment, particularly industrial rotary or compressors, is highly desirable.
• Engineering degree or equivalent qualifications and experience (i.e., engineering technologist)
• Manufacturing and/or estimating experience is an asset
• Experience with rotating machinery and fabrication of modular oilfield equipment
• Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship building skills
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work to meet tight deadlines
• Proficient with MS Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to achieve excellent performance in individual and team environments
• Ability to work remotely effectively and with limited supervision as needed
• Demonstrated ability for on-time performance in a fast-paced work environment