Application Engineer

Job Requirements

Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we’re delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.

With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways. 

Application Engineer

Buffalo, NY

Overview

The Application Engineer will report directly to the Global Application Engineer Manager and play a crucial role in supporting the sales, engineering, and marketing teams within the passive fire protection market. This position will involve providing technical expertise, assisting in project management, and contributing to industry engagement activities.

Responsibilities

• Technical Support:
  • Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders, including sales teams, engineers, architects, contractors, and customers.
  • Assist in the selection, design, and application of passive fire protection systems.
  • Ensure compliance with local and international fire safety standards and regulations.

• Product Knowledge:
  • Develop a deep understanding of passive fire protection products, systems, global codes, testing, and certification requirements.

• Training and Education:
  • Participate in training programs for AHJs, mechanical engineers, and architects.
  • Conduct product presentations, technical seminars, and workshops.

• Project Management:
  • Collaborate with other departments, product development, and sales teams.
  • Provide technical support during project design and construction phases.

• Fire Testing and Certification:
  • Assist in managing fire testing and certification processes.

• Technical Input for Mar-Com Team:
  • Contribute to social media content, technical presentations, video creation materials, data sheets, promotional materials, and website information.

• Industry Engagement:
  • Participate in industry associations, regulatory bodies, and standards organizations.
  • Monitor codes and standards that affect the business unit.

• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements.
  • Foster innovation to deliver better products and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Fire Protection Engineering preferred)
• 1-3 years of experience in the passive fire protection industry
• Strong technical knowledge of passive fire protection systems and regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in fire protection engineering or a related field
• Experience in project management
• Knowledge of building codes and industry standards
• Proficiency in technical writing and presentation skills

Location

• US - Tonawanda (CHQ) or Buffalo NY

Salary:

• $80,000 to $86,000

If you are interested in being part of a world class Operations function here at Alkegen then we would love to hear from you. 

At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation, and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world. 

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