Applications Engineer Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA Area Industry: Industrial Manufacturing We are partnering with a global industrial manufacturer seeking an Applications Engineer to join its technical and commercial organization in Northeastern Pennsylvania. This position will serve as a technical resource supporting industrial products and applications across a variety of end markets. The Applications Engineer will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customers to troubleshoot technical issues, evaluate product performance, and develop application-specific recommendations. The company is open to considering both early-career engineers and candidates with relevant professional experience. Extensive industry-specific experience is not required. Responsibilities • Provide technical and applications support to customers and internal commercial teams • Investigate product performance, failures, and application-related issues • Analyze test results and technical data to identify root causes and recommend solutions • Participate in product testing, trials, inspections, and technical evaluations • Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to develop a strong understanding of products and production processes • Support customer visits and field evaluations • Prepare technical reports, recommendations, and other documentation • Assist with new product and application development initiatives • Develop into a subject-matter expert capable of providing technical guidance to customers and internal teams Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline • Strong mechanical and technical aptitude • Interest in industrial manufacturing, metals, equipment, or engineered products • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to communicate technical information effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences • Comfortable working in both manufacturing and customer-facing environments • Willingness to travel as required • Recent graduates and early-career engineers are encouraged to apply Preferred Experience Experience in one or more of the following areas is beneficial but not required: • Applications engineering • Heavy industrial manufacturing • Metals or materials • Mechanical equipment • Failure or root-cause analysis • Product testing • Field engineering or technical service This is an opportunity to join an established global manufacturer and develop specialized technical expertise through hands-on exposure to manufacturing, engineering, product applications, and customers. #IND1