About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Industrial Fluid Systems / Manufacturing.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

The Associate Field Engineer 1 will support the delivery of engineered fluid-system solutions to customers and internal teams. This is an early-career field-engineer role focused on learning technical application, client engagement, and solution development.

• Provide technical support to inside and outside clients; accompany sales on client visits and present in sales/operations meetings
• Evaluate client applications and convert requirements into Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for custom solutions
• Prepare and review quotes for custom solution assemblies and track opportunities in CRM
• Perform layout and design work using SolidWorks and generate bills of materials (BOMs) and assembly/shop drawings
• Perform onsite evaluations and troubleshooting of fluid systems; prepare formal reports with recommendations to improve system performance and efficiency
• Recommend and select products for client applications and provide SSC training and technical support
• Collaborate with other Field Engineers on technical applications and solutions; provide feedback to factory/product teams
• Participate in the Field Engineering training program and Sandler sales training as required

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What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or equivalent science-related degree
• ~Three years of industry experience with fluid controls or related products, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven mechanical and technical aptitude
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• SolidWorks proficiency preferred
• Ability to interpret client applications and technical documents to develop P&IDs and fluid schematics
• Problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects and make sound engineering decisions

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Working Conditions & Travel

• This is a full-time, field-oriented role. Expect travel up to 60% for client visits, training, and onsite troubleshooting.
• Onboarding includes a short-term assignment (6–12 months) in the Engineering Department in Lenexa, KS followed by entry into the Field Engineering program and eventual relocation.
• Work environments include professional office settings, occasional warehouse/shop areas, and client plants where PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots) may be required.
• Physical demands include regular standing/walking, use of hands, lifting up to 30 lbs consistently (50–100 lbs occasionally), and ability to identify colors and hear/speak clearly.

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Compensation (Estimated)

• Estimated base: $59,608 per year (estimated). Exact compensation and benefits will be provided by the client during the hiring process.

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Why Apply

This role is an excellent opportunity to grow technical and client-facing skills in engineered fluid systems, gain SolidWorks/P&ID experience, and enter a formal Field Engineering development path with hands-on training and relocation support.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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