Application Engineer - Sealing

The Sealing Application Engineer serves as the national Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Mechanical Seals and Gasket products across the Motion network. This role is responsible for elevating technical capability within the sales organisation while driving profitable growth of the sealing category. Through expert product selection, application support, training, troubleshooting, and close collaboration with supplier partners, the role ensures customers receive technically sound, compliant, and value-driven sealing solutions.

Responsibilities

National SME for sealing products (gaskets, fluid control, mechanical seals), providing advanced technical expertise and application guidance; Review operating conditions (pressure, temperature, media, shaft speed, compliance) to ensure correct product selection and engineered solutions; Support complex quotations and national projects, including failure analysis and root cause investigations; Ensure alignment with supplier standards and industry best practices in all technical recommendations; Provide cross-divisional technical sales support, including joint customer visits with sales teams (SAMs, CAMs, RSMs, BDMs, Sales Engineers); Identify conversion, upgrade, and value-based solution opportunities to drive revenue growth and margin improvement; Develop and deliver structured technical training programs to build national sealing competency; Create and maintain technical documentation, application guides, and mentor teams in solution-based selling; Collaborate with Product Management and suppliers on portfolio alignment, new product introductions, quality issues, and market feedback; Support governance and continuous improvement, including warranty reviews, process standardisation, compliance, and operational best practices

Requirements

Technical expertise in sealing products, pump systems, and rotating equipment, with experience in application engineering, technical sales, or MRO/industrial distribution environments; Strong engineering capability, including interpretation of technical drawings and specifications; In-depth knowledge of mechanical seals, sealing systems, gasket materials, and pump fundamentals, with experience engaging supplier partners; Proven ability to deliver technical training, communicate effectively, and support both independent and team-based work environments; Highly organised and adaptable professional, with strong problem-solving skills, time management, ability to work under pressure, and commitment to Health & Safety; Proficient in business systems and tools; Team player attitude; Eligibility: New Zealand Citizen or relevant work Visa

Nice to have

Mechanical engineering qualification or trade background; CAD experience

Benefits

Company vehicle; Incentive; Discounts; Career development and progression opportunities; Opportunity to join a progressive global company; Ongoing training and career development; Inclusive culture; Free flu shots; Counselling services via Employee Assistance Program; Tools of the trade