Now Hiring - Senior Applications Engineer in North Kingstown, RI

About the Company
Following the 2019 merger of Anvil International and Smith-Cooper International, our unified company relaunched in March 2021 as ASC Engineered Solutions. Under a single name and logo, ASC Engineered Solutions continues our focus on improving the customer experience every day and striving to deliver service excellence. For more than 150 years we have provided the finest-quality pipe products and services with integrity and dedication to superior customer service at all levels. ASC Engineered Solutions provides expertise and product solutions for a wide range of applications, from plumbing and mechanical, HVAC, industrial and fire protection to mining, and oil and gas. Our comprehensive line of products includes: pipe couplings, plain-end fittings, valves, cast and malleable iron fittings, forged steel fittings, steel pipe nipples and couplings, pipe hangers and hardware, channel and strut fittings, mining and oil field fittings, and much more.
The SeniorApplications Engineer is responsible for all sustaining engineering activities for the ASC Engineered Solutions product line to support the company's strategic initiatives. Manage projects to improve product performance, coordinate product line or accessory additions, facilitate source changes, accommodate regulatory requirements and changes, and new market sales justifications. Provide technical support of the ASC product line for ASC's internal and external customer base. Requires a balance of technical competency and thoughtful commercial / business judgment to drive decision making.
Work Environment / Physical Demands:

• Hybrid work environment – Split between in office and at home
• May be exposed to manufacturing conditions such as extreme heat and cold, noise, vibration, oils, and atmospheric conditions such as dust, fumes, and metallic particles.

• Required to perform the following actions: standing, walking, talking, seeing, hearing, and sitting. Majority of actions will be sitting.
• Work extended hours and travel as necessary. Up to 10 – 15% Travel required

Requirements:
How You'll Help:

• Manage engineering-related projects
• Project management of several small to medium sized projects under the direction of the Applications Engineering Supervisor / Manager
• Provide project tracking, scheduling, and progress reporting to stakeholders
• Identify/resolve project issues and mitigate risks, impediments, and dependencies while working with cross functional teams
• Mentor and assist other team members on engineering projects

• Provide technical support to manufacturing, sales/marketing, and customers.
• Assist inside and outside sales personnel, marketing and product management, and customers with inquiries or questions related to:
• Product applications and assistance with system design
• Product failures or performance concerns
• Specifications and design codes

• Support manufacturing with technical issues related to manufacturability and performance
• Use knowledge of engineering and design principals, while following applicable industry standards to ensure products meet customer expectations
• Ability to act as engineering lead and be sought out as an ASC technical expert

• Help to conduct training sessions with customers, inside and outside sales personnel, and independent rep organizations to develop product knowledge and awareness
• Assist with creating, controlling, and managing all product designs, related drawings, tests/inspections, marketing literature and verification of all current product lines, including:
• Review and approve modifications to product designs
• Assist with diagnosis of reported performance concerns
• Conduct internal and external testing to assure products meets design parameters
• Update drawings as required by engineering changes or for technical accuracy
• Perform engineering calculations in support of design or customer need

• Act as engineering lead when representing ASC for on-site customer support and product analysis
• Participate in forensics exams as ASC's sole representative if a technical expert is required

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry, product standards, and performance requirements
• Ability to work autonomously, requiring minimal guidance. Individual has a sound understanding of the team's engineering responsibilities

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 5-7 years or more of related Engineering Experience
• Existing capabilities to solve engineering problems, utilize critical thinking to evaluate new situations/problems, communicate effectively across the Company, and write reports in a timely manner
• Ability to work efficiently, be self-directed, and exercise strong discipline as an engineer
• Capability to identify problems and conduct root-cause analyses to determine underlying causes
• Desire for continuous improvement and willingness to pursue ongoing training to maintain knowledge of latest technology, certifications/industry standards, and product developments
• Excellent analytical skills and willingness to work towards achievement of business goals and initiatives
• Experience with product exams and field support preferred.
• Experience using 3D/CAD Modeling Tools.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project.
• Strong oral, active listening, and written communication skills, which preferably include:
• Building presentations to communicate ideas, analyses, and recommendations to organization
• Effectively communicating across multiple internal and external layers of the Company

ASC Engineered Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time