Sr. Applications Engineer: Lufkin
$83,000 - $103,750 per year
Key Skills
Job Description
Sumitomo Drive Technologies IT Full-time Lufkin, TX, USA USD 83k-103,750 / year Posted on Oct 2, 2026 Apply now Show Map Location2612 U.S. Highway 69 N, Lufkin, TX, 75904, United States Base Pay$83,000.00 - $103,750.00 / Year Job CategoryEngineering, Production IndustryManufacturing , Industrial , Leadership Employee TypeFull Time Exempt Manage OthersNo Minimum Experience5 Years Description The annual range for this role is $83,000- $103,750 Final salary offers are determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, specialized skills, and certifications. Benefits Include Medical, Dental, Vision Paid Time Off- Including Volunteer Hours Life and Accidental Death Insurance (Company Paid) Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Company Paid) 401K, 401K Match- Access to Certified Financial Planner Access to LinkedIn Learning YMCA discount and more! Purpose And Scope Of Job Responsible for providing technical marketing support for the development and implementation of customer applications dealing with complex operating systems. In this role you will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning. Essential Functions (other Duties May Be Assigned) Work in collaboration with field sales in actively pursuing targeted industries opportunities and accounts by using internal selection tools. Collaborate efforts with component vendors to integrate Sumitomo Products, into designed prepared packages, to offer to specific industry targets. Perform cost analysis of new inquiries and quotations between SHI and SMA sales force. Review customer inquiries and project requirements to establish scope of supply limits and costing Develop detailed comments to client project specifications Evaluate non-standard product requests, applications, and capabilities Work with Sales, Customers and Vendors to obtain project specific information and develop project equipment applications Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers Document and communicate results of technical data generated Participate on teams assigned to address specific organizational initiatives Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedure Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) with at least five (5) years’ experience in the rotating equipment industry. Previous managerial experience preferred. Strong working knowledge in Project Management Body of Knowledge Practical knowledge of Lean Six Sigma CI best practices, White belt level Any additional essential skills and/or knowledge as shown in the HRIS Career & Education > Skills section for incumbents holding this job title Work Conditions & Physical Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The physical requirements described herein are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This job description does not serve as a contract nor does it limit the employer’s ability to establish or change the content, nature, or essential functions of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability. Additional Information Is this position safety sensitive?Yes Apply now See more open positions at Sumitomo Drive Technologies
Core Responsibilities
Provide technical marketing and application support for complex customer projects, including reviewing requirements, defining scope of supply, evaluating non-standard requests, and preparing cost analyses. Collaborate with sales teams, customers, and vendors to develop equipment applications, present and document technical data, and contribute to organizational initiatives.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering and at least five years of experience in the rotating equipment industry are required. The role also calls for working knowledge of project management principles and practical knowledge of Lean Six Sigma continuous-improvement practices; previous managerial experience is preferred.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer Hours
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Match
- Certified Financial Planner Access
- LinkedIn Learning
- YMCA Discount
About Sumitomo Heavy Industries (Europe)
Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
Company size: 10,001+ employees
We are the European Headquarters of Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd. Europe is a key market for the company with around 60 businesses managed and operating across all four SHI segments: Mechatronics, Industrial Machinery, Logistics and Construction, and Energy and Lifeline. Visit www.shieurope.com