Technical Solutions Application Specialist
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Mid
Edmonton, AB, Canada
Hybrid
Mechanical EngineeringDesign Engineering
About the job
Requirements
- Mechanical aptitude; a Professional Engineer designation or Certified Engineering Technologist credential in a relevant discipline is preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of bearing, power transmission, and bulk material handling products, including chain/belt conveyors, screw conveyors, bucket elevators, and equipment accessories.
- Ability to use AutoCAD or 3D drafting software to develop design concepts, detail equipment retrofits, or visualize machinery improvements for technical proposals.
- Ability to gather application information and develop sketches of customer equipment for retrofitting.
- Ability to take detailed measurements of machined components using precision measuring equipment, including inside/outside micrometers, vernier calipers, hardness testers, and surface-finish instruments.
- Understanding of tolerances and fits, AGMA standards, and their application to mounting bearings and power transmission components.
- Ability to objectively analyze manufacturers' products and recommendations to determine the best brand strategy before presenting to customers.
- Ability to perform mechanical calculations, including conveyor speeds and capacities, bearing loads and bearing life, chain pull, and shaft material and diameter selection.
- Thorough understanding of metals, including material grades, wear materials, heat treatment, and production methods such as welding and machining as they relate to product manufacture.
- Ability to manage workload, multitask, pivot to address emergencies, and prioritize.
- Proven ability to lead complex projects involving many stakeholders.
- Sound understanding of industrial markets in Western Canada.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of complex projects from concept through completion.
- Collaborate with teams across the organization and with vendors to develop and deliver customer solutions.
- Write and present technical proposals to customers.
- Provide support and expertise during project commissioning and aftermarket support.
- Provide internal and external consultation on projects.
- Support in-house and field training for the distribution team and deliver product and application presentations internally and externally.
- Stay abreast of new technologies and identify opportunities to enhance Applied's product and service offerings.
- Participate in sales planning with the Distribution team, develop sales targets, and provide pricing and gross-margin recommendations.
- Work with the team to build capabilities and incorporate efficient processes.
- Join the sales team on customer-site visits to identify customer pain points, troubleshoot equipment, make recommendations, gather application and equipment information, and take measurements.
- Identify DVA opportunities within projects or proposed solutions, and work with teams to capture this value and present it to customers for acknowledgement.
- Perform quality control of MTO machined components, drawings, and assembled products to verify accuracy.
- Evaluate risk associated with incoming inquiries, recommendations, design changes, and proposed solutions provided to customers.
- Develop and maintain a standardized Technical Project Proposal document containing pertinent data, reference material, and the Applied Value Proposition.
Desired Qualifications
- A Professional Engineer designation or Certified Engineering Technologist credential in a relevant discipline.
About the company
Applied Fluid Power acts as a value-added distributor and technical solutions provider for industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. It sources leading brands and offers specialized services and engineering support to MRO and OEM customers across most industrial markets through multiple sales channels. It differentiates itself by combining a broad catalog with technical expertise and multi-channel distribution to tailor solutions and speed access for plant maintenance and manufacturing needs. Its goal is to help customers improve uptime, reliability, and efficiency through reliable parts, services, and know-how for industrial equipment.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Cleveland, Ohio
Founded
1923
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Applied Industrial said fiscal 2026 organic sales rose 5.4%, with Q4 up 9.7%.
- Management said industrial and mobile fluid power orders turned positive year-over-year in Q2 2026.
- Applied is targeting $7 billion sales and 14% EBITDA margin over five years.
What critics are saying
- Applied Industrial raised fiscal 2027 targets, forcing Applied Fluid Power to sustain momentum.
- Q2 2026 guidance cited higher LIFO expense and inflationary headwinds squeezing margins.
- A slowdown in construction, metals, or machinery would hit core fluid power demand quickly.
What makes Applied Fluid Power unique
- Applied Fluid Power backs 80+ U.S. locations with local engineering and assembly support.
- Parent Applied Industrial Technologies gives it national scale and technical distribution reach.
- Its fluid power integration spans system design, machining, and full-service OEM support.
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Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Health Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance
- Paid Vacation
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Options
- Paid Holidays
- Professional Development Budget
- Conference Attendance Budget
- Wellness Program