Application Engineer – Pumps

ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) is a diversified global leading manufacturer of highly engineered critical components and customized technology solutions serving the flow, aerospace and defense, transportation, industrial, and energy markets. Through operational execution, innovation, and disciplined capital deployment, including strategic acquisitions such as SPX FLOW, ITT partners with its customers to deliver enduring solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life. 

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, ITT has a market cap of roughly $20 billion and employs more than 15,000 people across 40 countries and serves customers in approximately 125 countries. Following the acquisition of SPX FLOW, the company is expected to generate $5.4 billion in annual revenue.

Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA: 

Flow Technologies: A global leader in, providing a broad portfolio of pumps, valves, mixing and agitation equipment, heat transfer, homogenizers, separation, water and wastewater treatment, and engineered process solutions.Our leading brands include the iconic Goulds Pumps (with more than 175 years of history), Anhydro, APV, Bornemann, Bran+Luebbe, C’treat, Engineered Valves, Gerstenberg Schröder, Goulds Pumps, Habonim, Johnson Pump, Lightnin, Philadelphia, Plenty, PRO Cast, Rheinhütte, Seital Separation, Stelzer, Svanehøj, Tigerholm, Uutechnic, VIDAR, Waukesha Cherry-Burrell.

Motion Technologies: A global leader in brake pads (ICE and electrified brake pads) and shock absorbers (energy absorption solutions) for transportation applications. Our leading brands include Friction Technologies, KONI and Axtone.

Connect and Control Technologies: A leader in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets, including harsh environment connectors and control components. Our leading brands include ITT Cannon, Enidine, Aerospace Controls and kSARIA. 

The Application Engineer – Pumps is responsible for technical pump selection, proposal support, and project execution, ensuring customer requirements are met through optimal product solutions. This role supports both pre- and post-award phases and drives profitability through technical excellence and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Pump Selection & Technical Solutions

• Perform pump sizing and selection based on customer specifications and operating conditions
• Analyze flow, head, NPSH, and system curves
• Recommend optimal configurations and materials

2. 
   Pre-Award Technical Support

• Review RFQs and specifications
• Provide technical clarifications and support proposals
• Ensure compliance with standards (API, ISO)

3. 
   Post-Award Technical Clarifications

• Manage technical queries and review purchase orders
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve issues

4. 
   Project Management & Execution

• Manage projects from order entry to delivery
• Monitor timelines and coordinate cross-functional teams

5. 
   Order Processing & Documentation

• Process orders in ERP systems
• Prepare drawings, datasheets, and quality documentation

6. 
   Margin Improvement & Cost Optimization

• Identify cost reduction opportunities after order award
• Optimize design, materials, and sourcing to improve margins
• Work with supply chain and engineering to reduce costs without compromising quality

7. 
   Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Act as primary technical contact
• Support issue resolution and maintain relationships

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy in pump selection
• On-time delivery performance
• Project execution efficiency
• Margin improvement and cost savings achieved

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 3–7+ years in pump applications or rotating equipment
• Problem-solving and communication skills.
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize resources and project timelines. 

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