Job Description

Application Engineer

The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

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The Application Engineer (Siphonic System Design) will support the design, layout, and technical execution of custom siphonic roof drainage systems for commercial construction projects. This role works closely with customers, sales representatives, and internal engineering resources to develop system designs, respond to project changes, and provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Accountabilities

• Primary focus: Designing custom hydraulic drainage systems for customers and providing engineering support for the Specification Drainage product line.
• Review customer architectural, plumbing, and roof drainage plans and integrate drainage systems appropriately
• Redesign existing systems based on customer feedback, building design changes, and adjusted construction timelines.
• Communicate directly with customers, sales representatives, contractors, engineers, and internal teams to clarify project requirements, resolve technical questions, and support successful project execution.
• Coordinate technical activities for assigned projects, including tracking design status, managing revisions, communicating risks, and supporting timelines with sales and engineering stakeholders.
• Produce Presentations and product demonstrations for sales assistance.

• Secondary focus: Technical support for the broader Specification Drainage product line as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field
• 2–5 years of related engineering, design, construction, or applications experience
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with customers and cross-functional teams
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, (Power Point, Excel, Word, Access)
• Travel up to 20% may be required for customer meetings, project reviews, jobsite visits, sales support, training, or industry events.

Preferred:

• Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or Revit
• Experience with commercial plumbing, drainage, construction drawings, or building systems
• Familiarity with submittals, project coordination, or technical sales support
• Self-motivated individual able to multi-task effectively and work in a fast-paced environment.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

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