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Engineered Systems Specialist 

About the Organization Cogent is a growing, midwest company that provides creative and innovative fluid processing solutions. Our companies include Automatic Engineering, BRI, Fluid Equipment, Lee Mathews, Industrial Measurement and Control, iME Solutions, Vanco, Vandevanter Engineering, Velocity and Water Technology Group. Cogent companies are committed to providing compelling, pertinent and logical solutions while serving the local Industrial, Municipal, Commercial Building Trades, Oil & Gas markets. Our people make the difference. Our shared values define us as a team and bring our vision to life. We are an employee owned business where more than 220 employee owners expect their teammates to work hard, be creative, and get engaged and together we build our future and share in the outcome!

 
Description

Cogent’s Industrial Measurement and Control (IMCI) division located in Billings, Montana is currently seeking an API (American Petroleum Institute) Engineered Systems Specialist. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree (Mechanical or Chemical Engineer preferred). A good understanding of mechanical systems and fluid handling equipment and applications is a must.

For over 30 years our IMCI division has been serving the Midstream Energy Market, specifically pipelines, refineries, truck and rail terminals, with Custody Transfer measurement, additive systems, instrumentation, control valves level controls, automation, LACT fabrication, UL panels and related equipment for a one source integrated experience. From initial design, through CAD drawings, to equipment selection and procurement, assembly and startup, our team offers a customized approach to our customer’s unique applications.

We are a leader in the high energy oil and gas rotating equipment market with over 30 degreed engineers on staff. This position will be the lead Engineer and support Cogent’s oil and gas initiatives throughout the Midwest.

Required

Bachelor’s Degree (Mechanical or Chemical Engineering)

5 Years of oil and gas industry experience

Experience working through specification and submittal process

Desired

Design of engineered integrated solutions

Intimate knowledge of API 610 and other API equipment standards

Intuitive approach to solving hydraulic issues in API rotating equipment

Able to design solutions for previously unsolved situations

5 years of pump experience

Typical duties of an API Engineered Systems Specialist may include:

  • The API Engineered Systems Specialist is expected to manage engineered opportunities and projects. This challenging role is multi-faceted and will provide the opportunity to work with our best in class people.
  • This is a technical and commercial support position that will be involved with design and integration of multiple product lines from the preliminary stage of a project through the delivery of equipment.
  • Works closely with the design and fabrication teams to ensure that sound engineering principles are applied and applicable standards & specifications are followed.
  • Works closely with salespersons to determine essential strategic approaches for sales; provides technical assistance, pricing strategy, competitive review, installation and service information.
  • Performs specification review, interpretations and preparation of high quality commercial and technical proposals based on applicable specifications.
  • Details the agreed to scope of supply from resulting purchase orders and tracks & details any scope changes, including cost impacts, during the life of the project.
  • Keeps CRM database up to date with quotation activity, pricing, lead times, etc. for opportunities.
  • Compiles submittal documentation for bid approval and conducts final review on approved submittals.
  • Sources product quotes from vendors and/or the inside sales team.
  • Analyzes customers’ requirements and engages in consultative selling with clients; provides value-added services and products to solve customer problems.
  • Provides timely and accurate responses to customer inquiries.
  • Completes work order forms for purpose of order entry and invoicing.
  • Handles cancellations or changes in sales orders and communicates changes to appropriate personnel.
  • Reviews purchase orders to ensure the customer’s technical needs are met.
 
Position Engineered Systems Specialist  
Position Requirements

Qualified candidates will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

  • Strong ability to read, analyze, interpret and apply technical specifications, standards & procedures.
  • Knowledge of administrative processes, policies, and procedures related to a sales department and material flow.
  • Previous experience with engineered solutions preferred. Experience in the oil & gas industries highly desired.
  • Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Ability to read and interpret dimensional drawings. CAD drawing experience is highly desirable.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Highly energetic and self-starter.
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize and plan work; ability to multitask with shifting priorities.
  • Ability to work alone and within a team environment.

Creative, entrepreneurial and industrious people are Cogent’s most valuable asset. We value our employee’s hard work and in return provide competitive wages, benefits and career growth opportunities. To begin your rewarding career with Cogent, apply today!

 
EOE Statement Cogent, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt  
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Location Billings (IMCI)  
Category Project Management  
Division IMCI  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

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