Senior Applications Engineer

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Join Customer Services!

We are looking for a new colleague to join our Customer Services EAME Business Development team. This position will be based in Solar Turbines’ office in Prague, Czech Republic, and will report to the EAME Project Applications Engineering Area Manager. This position works on-site full time.

The Applications Engineer is responsible for preparing technical and commercial proposals for Solar package upgrades, including controls, turbine systems, gas compressors, and generators, as requested by the Sales Account Manager. The Applications Engineer will review each request and apply knowledge, using the tools provided, to select suitable solution(s) from the available range of products and services.

Key Functions

• Review customer specifications and requirements.

• Work with Sales Account Managers on customer expectations and sales strategy.

• Collaborate with other engineering teams to help develop solutions for technical problems.

• Maintain a focus on quality to develop technical solutions that align with customer objectives and budget targets.

• Travel to customer sites, when required, to survey equipment and prepare proposals based on actual package conditions (2-4 times a year).

• Support customer meetings, both online and in person, as needed.

• Coordinate with other company departments and groups as part of response coordination for sales and customer inquiries.

• Prepare technical and commercial proposals.

• Participate in handover meetings with the Project Execution team, identifying critical commercial and technical requirements.

Candidate Minimum Requirements

• A university degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace).
• 4+ years of experience with industrial rotating equipment, with preference to gas turbines
• Fluency in English (spoken and written). Knowledge of additional languages such as French, German, or Spanish is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

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Please note that salary is only one component of the total compensation and benefit package available at Caterpillar.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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