Job description

VSP Technologies is the largest dedicated fluid-sealing products distributor in the United States, with an approach focused on managing every part of the gasket-use process to make improvements that save customers time and money. The company offers products from more than 20 premium manufacturers, as well as several of its own patented products and designs.

Summary / Objective

Location: Prince George, VA

The Applications Engineer is a versatile resource for our Specialists, Engineers, and Business Unit Directors, providing engineering, technical, sales, and site support to company personnel and customers.

Essential Functions

1. Competently represent and practice VSP’s approach to fluid sealing product selection, capabilities, and engineered performance analysis

2. Compilation, extraction, analysis, and reporting of data relative to projects, products, and surveys

3. Provide technical support, including torque calculations, material compatibility recommendations, and bolted flange connection integrity analysis

4. Write technical reports, including root cause analysis (RCA) reports

5. Interact with customers regarding application issues and provide engineered design solutions

6. Pursue and document customer cost savings

7. Provide support to VSP Specialists, Engineers, and Business Unit Directors

8. Present training classes to both customers and VSP personnel

9. Participate in technical association activities on behalf of VSP

10. Develop, maintain, and support internal and customer-specific computer programs

11. Perform product/process analysis for cost reduction and improved efficiency opportunities

12. Perform and document internal and customer-driven research and product testing

13. Participate in new product development following the appropriate Quality-determined procedures

14. Actively review current manufacturing procedures to identify possible cost savings opportunities

15. Work closely with corporate administration and operations management to meet and exceed customer’s service expectations

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Education and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering

2. Experience relating to essential job functions

3. Experience in technical/applications support at industrial, transportation, or power generation facilities (Preferred)

4. Working knowledge of Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing techniques (Preferred)

5. Advanced certifications in the field (Preferred)

6. Active participation in relevant industry technical associations/committees (Preferred)

Application Process: Please visit our website and complete our employment application.

Application link: https://vsptechnologies.com/job-application/

VSP Technologies provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, political affiliation or veteran status.

For applicants or employees who are disabled or require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may request assistance by contacting Diane Nunnally at 804-668-1026.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: One location

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