Applications Engineer II

Rochester Sensors

. Own and sustain Rochester Sensors’ production product portfolio, including propane and industrial mechanical gauges, reed switch probes, guided wave radar, capacitance, and hall-effect position sensors .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeCoppell • Texas • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product portfolio management, engineering change processes, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on mechanical engineering principles and hands-on troubleshooting. Proficient in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and DFMEA creation, ensuring product quality and performance through rigorous testing and analysis.

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Bachelor's Degree In Mechanical Engineering7+ Years Of Technical Engineering ExperienceProficient In SolidWorks 3D ModelingExperience With DFMEAs And Verification/Validation TestingStrong Knowledge Of Engineering Change Processes

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Hard Skills

SolidWorks 3D ModelingDFMEA CreationVerification And Validation TestingRoot Cause AnalysisEngineering Change Order ManagementMechanical Schematics InterpretationTroubleshooting Mechanical SystemsBills Of Materials StructuringGD&T And Tolerance AnalysisEngineering Data Management Systems

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsAttention To DetailOral And Written Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemSolidWorks SimulationFEA Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

UL CertificationATEX CertificationCE CertificationISO 9001IATF 16949

Industry Keywords

Product CertificationsQuality Management SystemMechanical EngineeringElectromechanical SystemsCost Reduction ProjectsRegulatory ComplianceField Returns InvestigationSupplier QualificationNPI ProcessVA/VE Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and sustain Rochester Sensors’ production product portfolio, including propane and industrial mechanical gauges, reed switch probes, guided wave radar, capacitance, and hall-effect position sensors
Own assigned product lines in production, including 3D models, drawings, bills of materials, and product specifications
Initiate, manage, and release engineering changes through the ECO/ECN process and ERP system
Evaluate proposed changes for form, fit, function, interchangeability, and certification impact
Create and maintain DFMEAs for assigned products
Plan and execute verification and validation testing and document results in test reports
Lead cost reduction and VA/VE projects through design, material, and supplier changes
Investigate field returns, customer complaints, and production issues; drive root cause analysis and corrective action through design or process fixes
Support product certifications and regulatory compliance, including UL intrinsic safety, ATEX, CE, RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65
Manage component obsolescence and supplier or material changes, including qualification of alternates
Support product transfers between Dallas, Mexico, Brussels, and UK facilities
Take over ownership of new products from the NPI team at production release
Structure and maintain product assemblies and bills of materials in the ERP system, integrating mechanical, electrical, and firmware components and revisions
Provide technical support to production, manufacturing, quality, procurement, and sales
Provide design-for-manufacturability input and hands-on troubleshooting on the production floor
Serve as a technical contact for customers on application questions, product modifications, and issue resolution
Support Quality Management System policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
7+ years of technical engineering experience, preferably in sustaining, product, or applications engineering
Strong knowledge of engineering data management systems and engineering change order/process flows
Proficient in SolidWorks 3D modeling and detailed drawings, including GD&T and tolerance analysis
Experience creating DFMEAs and planning and running verification/validation testing
Experience with structured root cause analysis methods (8D, 5 Why, fishbone)
Experience releasing production part drawings and structuring multi-level assemblies and bills of materials in an ERP system
Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
Hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical and electromechanical systems
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Good oral and written business communication skills, including direct communication with customers
Experience with product certifications (UL, ATEX, CE) and quality standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949) a plus
Experience with SolidWorks Simulation or other FEA tools a plus
Must be located in the DFW area
Relocation not provided
Up to 10% travel may be required
Ability to perform the stated physical requirements, including lifting up to 25 pounds and prolonged walking, bending, climbing, rotating, squatting, reaching, kneeling, or stooping

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health Insurance
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Life, AD&D, short/long term disability insurance
Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy
401K Retirement program with company match
Equal opportunity-affirmative action employer
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position