We are seeking a skilled Application Engineer to join our Commercial Operations Team in Nova Milanese. This role is focused on the technical aspects of projects, primarily dealing with centrifugal pumps and related buyout components such as mechanical seals, electric motors, turbines, lube oil systems, and gears. The Application Engineer will manage technical alignment from project specifications analysis through the “quote to cash” process—starting at the bidding phase and continuing into the early executive phase with supplier order placement. Success in this role requires balancing technical precision with time and cost considerations, working closely within the Commercial Operations team.
Main Responsibilities
- Bidding Phase:
- Analyze customer material requests (MR) and technical specifications
- Prepare technical specifications for buyout components
- Collaborate with Instrumentation and Control Engineers (I&CE;) on instrumentation/control scopes
- Compile and revise Buyout Technical Material Requisitions (TMR)
- Align technically on buyout supplies; prepare Technical Clarification Tables (TBE) and Technical Queries (TQ)
- Create comments and deviations lists in cooperation with Commercial Operations Team (COT)
- Estimate costs for relevant equipment
- Conduct technical risk analysis for projects
- Coordinate project launch and kickoff meetings following company procedures, including documentation preparation
- Order Phase:
- Verify purchase orders (PO) consistency against latest offers in collaboration with inside/outside sales teams
- Support Technical Project Coordinator (TPC) during internal and customer kickoff meetings
- Prepare final technical specifications leading to finalized TMRs and revisions for buyouts
- Ensure technical alignment of buyout supplies during order execution
- Participate in technical progress meetings with customers and suppliers, including kickoff meetings
- Manage change orders related to buyouts with suppliers and customers, highlighting commercial impacts to Project Manager (PM) and TPC
- Provide support for field activities related to equipment when necessary
- Assist TPC with project documentation, particularly first submissions
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related technical field
- Strong understanding of centrifugal pumps and associated mechanical/electrical components
- Experience analyzing technical specifications and managing material requisitions
- Keen attention to detail balancing technical accuracy with time and cost constraints
- Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams including sales, engineering, suppliers, and customers
- Proficient communication skills for preparing technical documents, queries, clarifications, and reports
- Problem-solving mindset focused on identifying risks and proposing solutions during project phases
- Familiarity with project management processes from bidding through execution phases is a plus
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Previous experience in a similar Application Engineer or Commercial Operations role within industrial projects or pump manufacturing sectors
- Knowledge of instrumentation/control systems integration alongside mechanical equipment
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