Applications Engineer

Applications Engineer at Actalent

The Applications Engineer is responsible for designing solutions for challenging water treatment applications and acting as a consultant to internal and external stakeholders prior to project award.

• Assist in evaluating and innovating on customer specifications to designate the proper treatment solution and produce accurate BOMs and capital/operating cost estimates.
• Complete bids and proposals by the required due date.
• Generate scope of supply for bids.
• Negotiate warranty terms with key membrane suppliers.
• Generate 20‑year life cycle costs for evaluated bids.
• Confirm product performance by designing and conducting operational tests or research.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer‑generated reports.
• Create preliminary PFD, P&, and layout drawings.
• Provide engineering support by answering questions and requests from inside or outside the organization.
• Seek outside resources to assist with implementing operating procedures, resolving system malfunctions, and seeking technical support/information.
• Occasional travel to customer jobsites or trade shows (approximately 5‑10%).
• Perform other tasks, duties, or projects as assigned by management.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four‑year college in Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering; or two to five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Experience with designing piping systems (2+ years).
• Ability to perform calculations needed for drawing creation.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, etc.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, etc.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Design software;
  Internet software;
  Excel Spreadsheet software and Word, Adobe Word Processing software.

• Knowledge of P& piping.
• Familiarity with mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, and project management.
• Experience in application engineering.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

This is a Permanent position based out of Chaska, MN.

The pay range for this position is $ – $ per year. Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

This is a hybrid position in Chaska, MN.

This position is anticipated to close on January 16, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.