Application Engineer

GPT is the world's leading manufacturer of critical pipeline sealing and electrical isolation products.  With a focus on safety, performance and reliability, we employ advanced engineering and manufacturing processes to meet the challenging demands of the oil and gas, water/wastewater, and construction and infrastructure industries.

Salary: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year (Base Salary to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, sills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

Benefits:  401(k), 401(k) matching, Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life and AD&D, Employee assistance program, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts

The Applications Engineer I (AE I) is a customer facing engineering role responsible for providing technical and application support for GPT Industries LLC, with a primary focus on Flange Isolation Kits (FIK) and Monolithic Isolation Joints (MIJ). The AE I supports sales, customers, and internal stakeholders by applying engineering fundamentals, applicable industry standards, and product knowledge to ensure proper product selection, application, and performance. This role blends technical analysis, customer support, and field exposure, serving as a foundational position for future technical and commercial leadership.

• Provide technical support to internal and external sales teams, distributors, and end users related to product applications, performance, and installation.
• Assist customers in troubleshooting application issues to ensure satisfactory product performance.
• Support customer visits, jobsite visits, and field evaluations under guidance of senior engineers.
• Prepare technical documentation including application recommendations, data sheets, and reports.
• Analyze returned or field samples and document findings.
• Maintain accurate records of application activities in CRM systems.
• Assist with internal and external technical training programs.
• Stay current with applicable industry standards (ASME, API, ISO, NACE/AMPP).
• Collaborate with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams as required.

• Support selection and application of Flange Isolation Kits in oil & gas, pipeline, refining, chemical, and industrial services.
• Assist with material selection for gaskets, sleeves, washers, and isolating components based on pressure, temperature, media, and flange type.
• Support compliance with relevant standards such as ASME PCC-1, ASME B16.5, NACE SP0286, ISO 15589, and client specifications.
• Review flange data and assist with gasket sizing, bolt load considerations, and isolation performance requirements.
• Support electrical isolation performance requirements including resistance testing, voltage requirements, and environmental considerations.
• Assist with installation guidance and troubleshooting of common FIK issues.

• Support application and technical evaluation of Monolithic Isolation Joints for pipeline systems.
• Assist with MIJ selection based on pressure class, pipeline size, coating system, electrical isolation requirements, and installation constraints.
• Support review of project specifications, drawings, and datasheets.
• Assist with documentation related to testing requirements such as hydrostatic, pneumatic, electrical resistance, and coating integrity tests.

• Assist sales teams with technical input for proposals, quotations, and customer inquiries.
• Participate in technical presentations for distributors and end users.
• Support Voice-of-Customer (VoC) activities for new product development.
• Maintain opportunity and contact information in CRM systems.
• Support distributor development plans as required.

• Engineering Fundamentals
• Technical Communication (Written & Verbal)
• Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Organization and Time Management
• Customer Focus
• Continuous Learning

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

This position operates primarily in an office environment with periodic exposure to manufacturing and test laboratory settings. Occasional field and customer site exposure may occur.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee may occasionally stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, and lift items up to 30 lbs.

Full-Time, Exempt

Occasional travel up to 30%.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline.
• 0–3 years of engineering, applications, or technical support experience.
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical systems and materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CAD software preferred.

• Exposure to gasket, sealing, pipeline, or corrosion engineering applications.
• Familiarity with FIKs, MIJs, or cathodic protection systems.
• Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Participate in safety programs and maintain 5S standards.
• Assist with special projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time.

GPT values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

We kindly ask that recruiters and third-party staffing agencies do not contact us regarding this job posting. We are managing our hiring process internally and are not seeking external assistance at this time.