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Flow Control Group

Industrial flow control products distributor

Applications Engineer

Pre-Sales Solution EngineeringPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field, completed or expected within the next six months.
  • Coursework or interest in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, or process control.
  • Clear written and verbal communication, and comfort working with customers.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage several tasks at once.

Responsibilities

  • Size and select control valves using manufacturer software, learning to evaluate Cv, pressure drop, noise, cavitation and flashing, trim and materials, and actuator requirements.
  • Size and select pressure relief valves per ASME Section VIII and API 520/526, working from customer process data and relief scenarios.
  • Help engineer automated valve packages, including actuator sizing, accessories such as solenoids, limit switches, positioners, and filter regulators, and mounting hardware.
  • Select process and safety instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, level, flow, and gas detection, to fit process conditions and customer standards.
  • Review customer specifications, P&IDs, and process data sheets, and flag missing information or questions.
  • Prepare technical documentation, including completed data sheets, sizing reports, drawings, and submittal packages.
  • Support troubleshooting of field problems alongside senior engineers and sales representatives.
  • Turn completed selections into clear, accurate quotes with support from the inside sales team.
  • Work with manufacturers to obtain pricing, lead times, and technical confirmation.
  • Answer technical questions from customers and outside sales representatives by phone and email.
  • Join sales representatives on customer visits and technical presentations as experience develops.
  • Complete factory training with manufacturer partners.
  • Build working relationships with manufacturer application engineers.
  • Develop into a resource for flow control applications.

Desired Qualifications

  • Relevant industry experience is a plus.
  • Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, process industries, or engineering services.
  • Exposure to P&IDs, valve or instrument data sheets, or sizing software.
  • Strong spreadsheet skills.

About the Company

Flow Control Group

Industrial flow control products distributor

Flow Control Group distributes flow control, industrial automation, and life sciences products and services across North America, connecting thousands of suppliers with over 10,000 customers. Its offerings include pumps, valves, filtration, controls, air systems, sealing, tubing, hoses, and engineered systems plus services like technical support, maintenance, and calibration. The company differentiates itself through an employee-owned model, a shared-services backbone, broad supplier networks, and allowing acquired brands to keep their autonomy, while growing via acquisitions and strategic e-commerce like Instrumart. Its goal is to expand market reach and capabilities in industrial automation and life sciences by acquiring profitable businesses, scaling operations, and delivering reliable, mission-critical components and services.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$1.8B
Headquarters
Charlotte, NC
Founded
1968

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