Product Associate

Competitive Pay:  This position offers an hourly wage ranging from $25.00/hr. to $35.00/hr., depending on experience and qualifications.

• The Applications Engineer provides technical and operational support to the outside sales team for the application and sale of compressed air products.
• Provide detailed parts lists, project kits, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to customers and sales teams.
• Evaluate PMUs, vendor pricing, and GM% to support accurate and competitive quoting.
• Review bid documents, including specifications, takeoffs, drawings, and scope documents.
• Conduct compatibility evaluations for equipment, components, and systems.
• Troubleshoot product- or system‑related issues and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Create and maintain submittals, O&M manuals, and quote templates.
• Enter customer orders and perform purchasing and scheduling tasks using vendor portals.
• Provide occasional recommendations related to equipment, systems, processes, or training to improve reliability and performance.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Mentor and support training of junior team members based on experience level.
• Collaborate routinely with sales, customers, and internal stakeholders to resolve technical questions and support projects.

What You'll Need:

• Associate degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related technical field — OR equivalent technical/vendor experience in a product specialty (e.g., compressors, electrical, mechanical).
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, diagrams, and bid documents.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfort evaluating pricing, margins, and technical compatibility.
• Experience with ordering systems, vendor portals, or similar tools.
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and maintain accuracy across detailed technical work.
• A continuous improvement mindset and desire to grow within product expertise.

Why Join OTC Industrial Technologies?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision care coverage, short-and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance. We also offer a wellness discount and a stipend for safety shoes & glasses.
• Financial Security: We provide a 401(k) savings plan with an employer match of 50% on the dollar up to 6%, robust referral bonuses, and relocation assistance.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid time off (PTO) and tuition assistance to support your career growth and personal life.
• Career Growth Opportunities: At OTC Industrial Technologies, we believe in investing in our employees' development. We offer various training programs and career advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

At OTC Industrial Technologies, we believe that our employees are our greatest strength. Through investment in our people and growth from within, we believe in providing you with a wide variety of opportunities to accelerate your career potential as you help us drive change to move our business forward.

For over 60 years, employing and developing the best-in-class talent has been at the forefront of our success. By coupling our teams' hands-on experience with a wide range of products from top vendors, we provide customers with the best quality products and technical application expertise and services at the lowest possible costs.

Working with OTC Industrial Technologies is perfect for purpose driven individuals who are motivated to be part of an exciting transformational company.