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Drive Quality. Deliver Reliability. Discover your career at Asahi/America.

What’s The Job?
We are looking for a high-impact Applications Engineer who wants more than a desk job. This is a visible, customer-facing engineering role where your technical expertise directly influences revenue, customer loyalty, and product innovation.
If you are technically sharp, commercially aware, and confident working with industrial customers — keep reading.
What You Will Own.

• Technical Leadership in the Field - Serve as the primary technical authority for customers, distributors, and the sales team. Identify application challenges early and position engineered thermoplastic solutions ahead of competitors. Conduct high-level technical presentations and training sessions that build confidence and close opportunities.
• Engineered Solutions That Win Business - Recommend optimized material selections (PVC, CPVC, PP, PVDF, etc.) for demanding chemical, water treatment, life science, and semiconductor environments. Analyze designs, perform calculations, and collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to deliver custom solutions. Support proposals, quotations, and engineered assemblies that differentiate us in competitive markets.
• Project Execution & Problem Solving - Drive projects from technical concept through fabrication and delivery. Resolve field challenges, troubleshoot performance issues, and support failure analysis. Review BOMs, specifications, and fabrication processes to ensure technical and commercial alignment.
• Continuous Improvement - Influence product development and design-for-manufacturability initiatives. Identify cost-reduction opportunities in tooling and engineering processes. Provide feedback that strengthens product performance and market position.

What Separates You From The Rest.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Plastics Engineering, or related field. 3+ years in applications, product, or project engineering within plastics or industrial manufacturing. Deep knowledge of thermoplastics and fabrication processes (welding, machining, bending). Familiarity with ASTM, ASME, ANSI, NSF standards. CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, AutoCAD). Experience in industrial sectors such as chemical processing, water treatment, life sciences, or semiconductor manufacturing. The ability to translate complex technical detail into confident, persuasive communication. Travel up to 25%.

Why You'll Love Working Here.
Industry-leading thermoplastic brand with decades of market credibility. Direct visibility and influence across sales, engineering, and manufacturing. Day-one benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability. 401(k) with generous company match — fully vested at hire. Continuing education reimbursement.

Quality products. Trusted partnerships. Proven success — that’s Asahi/America.

Compensation Transparency.
The pay range shown represents what we expect to offer in good faith for this role at the time of posting. The final offer will depend on several factors—such as education, experience, certifications, skills, performance, shift, location, and business needs. We review our ranges regularly to ensure fairness and market competitiveness.

Equal Employment Opportunity.
Asahi/America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

For more than 50 years, Asahi/America has been a trusted leader in thermoplastic valves, piping systems, and industrial flow control solutions. Our reputation is built on quality products, technical expertise, and a commitment to helping customers solve complex challenges across industries including water treatment, chemical processing, semiconductor manufacturing, and industrial manufacturing.

Behind every product is a team of talented people who are passionate about innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. If you're looking for an opportunity to make an impact while building your career with an industry leader, we'd love to meet you.