Job Title: Applications Engineer - Rotating Equipment
Location: Houston , Texas
Type: Contract To Hire or Direct
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
System One is assisting a client in hiring an Applications Engineer.
The Applications Engineer serves as a critical liaison between the customer, sales, and engineering teams. This role provides both pre-sales and post-sales technical support with a focus on reciprocating compressors used in the oil & gas industry. The ideal candidate will possess both strong mechanical engineering knowledge and the communication skills necessary to support technical data collection, product installations, troubleshoot performance issues, develop technical documentation, and deliver compelling product presentations.
Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical systems, preferably involving reciprocating compressors or similar equipment.
- Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals with the ability to analyze and interpret performance data/mechanical drawings and perform thermodynamics calculations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse internal and external audiences.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and collaborative team player.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience supporting reciprocating compressors in oil & gas applications.
- Familiarity with compressor system troubleshooting, diagnostics, and performance analysis.
- Experience in customer-facing roles such as technical sales, field service, or application engineering.
- Ability to develop training materials and deliver product education sessions for end-users and commercial teams.
Essential Job Functions - Serve as the technical point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders on applications involving reciprocating compressor valves and related systems.
- Collaborate with the Engineering Manager and sales team to review project requirements, develop proposals, and ensure timely delivery of solutions.
- Provide engineering input and support across the full sales lifecycle-from initial project scoping, site data collection, and technical solution development to implementation and after-sales troubleshooting support.
- Generate detailed technical Engineering reports to communicate engineering analysis and troubleshooting findings to customers.
- Support the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of compressor valves; collect operational data for continuous improvement and diagnostics.
- Develop and deliver technical presentations, product demonstrations, and training sessions for customers and internal teams.
- Maintain detailed records of installations, field performance, and customer feedback to support product improvements and innovation.
- Contribute to the development of marketing and training materials, including application notes, case studies, and user guides.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Ref: #209-Rowland Houston
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