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Job Description

Applications Engineer – Coating Technologies 

10/3/2025

Position Type/Hours:

Full-time position. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  

Position Purpose:

This role is responsible for the design and development of coating machine solutions, supporting both new product creation and modifications to existing solutions with expertise in coating processes and equipment. The position combines a strong mix of technical knowledge and customer engagement skills, supports equipment integration, and provides technical expertise across a wide range of materials and industries with a demonstrated ability to translate client needs into innovative manufacturing solutions. This role acts as a bridge between formulation science, process engineering, and customer application requirements to ensure that coatings perform reliably in real-world environments. 

Essential Functions: 

• Research, design and create concept drawings, aligned with client needs, enabling project progression and accurate, timely quotations.
• Interact directly with customers (internal or external) to understand application requirements, perform technical evaluations, and recommend coating solutions
• Research, specify, and recommend components for initial concept design, facilitating accurate pricing and effective solutions.
• Present and demonstrate product and company capabilities to clients, supporting sales processes and strengthening client confidence.
• Assess project risk and assist in developing competitive pricing models.  
• Review, negotiate, and finalize customer provided User Requirement Specifications to ensure clear alignment.    
• Assess the functionality, safety, and aesthetics of designs to ensure solutions are practical and meet customer expectations.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for clients during both the quotation phase and the manufacturing process.
• Collaborate with the Sales Team, attending and actively participating in sales presentations.
• Attend trade shows and visit customers with sales staff to support relationship building and sales efforts.
  • Model, steward, make decisions upon, and expect to be held accountable to Delta ModTech’s values which include:
    • BELIEVE IN PEOPLE
    • FEARLESS INNOVATION
    • INTEGRITY
    • PASSIONATE & TENACIOUS
    • SERVANT LEADERSHIP

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, electrical or mechanical engineering or related technical field
• Experience with converting and/or coating, or other automation machinery is preferred
• 5+ years of automation experience in coating applications, process engineering, or equipment engineering (medical devices, electronics, packaging, energy, or similar industries)
• Proficiency with CAD, drawing interpretation, and working with mechanical or automation systems
• Hands-on experience with coating application techniques and equipment
• Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate and problem solve effectively
• Knowledge of various manufacturing and engineering principles, practices, and procedures
• Up-to-date understanding of industry standards and technical developments

Competencies:

• Collaborative Team Orientation
• Customer-Focused Mindset 
• Strong Communication Skills (both Verbal and Written)
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Active Listening and Learning Agility
• Technical Proficiency
• Effective Multitasking and Prioritization
• Attention to Detail

Position Type, Work Environment & Travel

• Full time, exempt
• Normal office environment
• Travel 10-15% 

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.   

Salary Range:
 $75,000 - $130,000 per year (DOE - Depending on Experience)

Benefits Offered:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with up to $500 annual match (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
• 401(k) *match 
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Discretionary Bonus