Applications Engineer

Job Description

An industrial equipment manufacturer in Kansas City seeks an Applications Engineer to support sales quotations and system design. This role focuses on pneumatic conveying and material handling solutions.

**Client is open to candidates based in western US states that can work remotely (Phoenix, Salt Lake, Denver preferred)**

Anticipated Pay/Benefits:

Anticipate $95K-$115K+

Bonus and potential commission opportunities (OTE could be $140K+, all in)

Benefits: Insurance, 401K, PTO (standard per company policy)

Schedule: M–F, flexible; initial training in KC if remote

Responsibilities:

Establish performance guidelines and environmental/product parameters for system designs.

Design, size, troubleshoot, and cost pneumatic conveying systems for bulk material handling.

Collaborate with sales, customer service, and purchasing to identify solutions and specs.

Use Excel and internal tools for system sizing, costing, and quotations; log in Salesforce.

Balance multiple projects and quotations, ensuring successful/profitable applications.

Qualifications:

BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering/Design

5+ years of hands-on experience with pneumatic conveying system design.

Proficient in Excel and Word, AutoCAD and CRM/ERP platforms

Strong critical thinking, communication, and time management skills.

Open to initial training in Kansas City if remote (west U.S. preferred: Phoenix, Salt Lake, Denver).Company Description

Connecting Great Companies with Great People since 2012, Advastar is a rapidly growing, nationwide recruiting & staffing company. We’re passionate about helping client companies find the right people for their projects. We work with industry leaders across the nation to recruit and staff positions in Energy, Engineering, Construction & Manufacturing. Advastar is based in Kansas City, KS.

We believe in people. We believe in hustling. And we believe hard work pays off. Industry trends come and go, but the power of good work endures.

We believe in connecting GREAT COMPANIES with GREAT PEOPLE. We meet niche industry staffing and recruiting needs with comprehensive attention and service. Advastar’s OnePoint ConnectTM service offers every single client devoted individualized attention. We approach every staffing and recruiting opportunity with energy and urgency, because every company matters to us. Advastar delivers nationwide, full-service recruiting and staffing solutions with excellence. We know that when the right people are in the right roles, there’s no limit to how strong our clients can grow!

Advastar partners with companies in the Energy, Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing and Professional Industries.

WHY

We know when the right people are in the right roles, there’s no limit to how strong our clients can grow. We believe in connecting Great Companies with Great People.

HOW

We meet niche industry recruiting and staffing needs with comprehensive service and attention. Advastar offers every client devoted, one-on-one attention. We hustle, work hard and approach every opportunity with energy and urgency.

WHAT

Advastar delivers full-service recruiting and staffing solutions to clients across the nation.

4501 College Blvd., Ste. 130, Leawood, KS 66211

Full-time

Hybrid remote