Application Engineer

Tenneco

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or related field)
  • 2-5 years of relevant engineering experience
  • Preferred experience in product development, testing, or manufacturing
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic engineering environment
  • Willingness to support testing, manufacturing, and customer-related activities
  • Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and product development processes

Responsibilities

  • Support technical communication with customers and prepare engineering data presentations.
  • Translate customer requirements into engineering specifications with minimal guidance.
  • Conduct technical meetings and participate in design reviews and issue resolutions.
  • Independently perform design and development tasks for components and systems.
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation, ensuring compliance with performance and manufacturability standards.
  • Own and manage assigned engineering deliverables within project timelines.
  • Plan and support validation and testing activities while analyzing test data for actionable insights.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • Encouragement to take ownership of your career path.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives and innovative problem-solving.
Full Job Description
Job Description - Application Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Application Engineer is responsible for the design, development, validation, and support of engineering products and systems. This role independently executes core engineering activities while collaborating with cross-functional teams and supporting customer programs.

At this level, the engineer applies established engineering principles and processes, manages defined project responsibilities, and contributes to successful product delivery across the development lifecycle.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Customer Interface & Technical Support
  • Support technical communication with customers, including preparation and presentation of engineering data.
  • Interpret customer requirements and translate them into engineering specifications with guidance where needed.
  • Participate in technical meetings, design reviews, and issue resolution discussions.

Product Design & Development
  • Independently perform design and development tasks for components and systems.
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and BOMs.
  • Ensure designs meet performance, cost, quality, and manufacturability requirements.
  • Apply standard engineering practices, tools, and methodologies in design activities.

Program Execution & Ownership
  • Own and manage assigned engineering deliverables and tasks within project timelines.
  • Support key product development milestones, including design reviews and release activities.
  • Track progress and provide regular status updates to project stakeholders.
  • Implement engineering changes following defined processes and documentation requirements.

Validation, Testing & Analysis
  • Plan and support validation and testing activities (lab, bench, or field).
  • Analyze test data and provide conclusions and recommendations.
  • Identify issues, support root cause analysis, and contribute to corrective actions.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
  • Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., root cause analysis, 8D) to address technical challenges.
  • Identify opportunities for product and process improvement.
  • Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work effectively with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and program management teams.
  • Support manufacturing organizations during development and product launch activities.
  • Ensure alignment between engineering design and production capabilities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or related field)
  • 2-5 years of relevant engineering experience
  • Experience in product development, testing, or manufacturing preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic engineering environment
  • Willingness to support testing, manufacturing, and customer-related activities
  • Occasional travel as required
  • Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and product development processes
  • Ability to apply engineering knowledge independently to solve defined problems
  • Familiarity with engineering tools, including CAD systems, data analysis, and validation methods


We don't want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who's hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.

You are encouraged to 'Own Your Career' to maximize your development and reach your full potential!

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