Applications Engineer (mission-critical industry)
Location: Dallas, TX (near Mesquite)
Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 (DOE) + Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays
Job Type: Full-Time | On-site
Typical Hours: Monday–Friday, 40–45 hours/week
Travel: Up to 50%, including overnight trips within the US (rare international travel)
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship transfer is available
Relocation assistance negotiable

Applications Engineer Description

Our client, in the data center cooling industry, is on the hunt for a dynamic Applications Engineer to join their team in Dallas, near Mesquite, TX. This is a new role created to fuel the company’s rapid growth, and it offers the chance to make a big impact from day one. In this high-visibility role, you'll work directly with leadership to craft technical proposals, support the quoting process, and provide hands-on assistance to both field sales teams and customers. If you’re an engineer who thrives on variety, enjoys client interaction, and is excited about the opportunity to travel, this role is for you. It’s the perfect time to come aboard: you’ll be supporting an innovative, high-performance product in a fast-paced environment, with room to grow your career as the company continues to scale.

Applications Engineer Responsibilities

•    Review project specifications and deliver accurate technical proposals
•    Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to prepare quotes
•    Attend trade shows and customer meetings with the sales team
•    Support field sales efforts both remotely and onsite
•    Provide technical troubleshooting and light field service as needed
•    Recommend design and process improvements based on client needs
•    Contribute to product feedback and internal continuous improvement
•    Assist with various initiatives to support the company's rapid growth

Applications Engineer Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field required
•    Data centers, power generation, or other mission-critical industries experience required
•    Familiarity with fluid/liquid-based cooling or refrigeration systems required
•    Understanding of P&ID diagrams for mechanical systems required
•    Customer-facing experience required
•    Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs required
•    Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 50% required