applications engineer.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically-minded professional to join a premier national distributor of industrial fluid handling solutions. In this role, you will serve as the technical architect for the Finishing Division, focusing on powder coating, liquid finishing, and adhesive systems. You will not just be selling a product; you will be designing integrated solutions that keep Canadian infrastructure and manufacturing moving.

As the Technical Sales Systems Specialist, you will bridge the gap between complex customer requirements and high-performance engineering. Working in tandem with the Business Development team, you will lead the "discovery" phase—conducting deep-dive consultations to understand throughput needs, regulatory constraints, and spatial limitations. You are the subject matter expert who translates these needs into comprehensive AutoCAD layouts and robust technical proposals.

Beyond the initial design, you will own the project lifecycle. This includes coordinating with world-class Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to source components, building precise estimation models in Excel, and managing the project through to final delivery. Whether it is troubleshooting a complex spray system or ensuring a new oven installation meets safety standards, your expertise ensures our clients receive a seamless, turnkey experience. This is a career-defining role for a technologist who enjoys the intersection of mechanical design, project management, and client-facing consultation.

Advantages
Stability & Tenure: Join an organization where the average employee stay is over 10 years; we invest in long-term career paths.

Competitive Compensation: Robust base salary complemented by a performance-based bonus structure.

Expert Environment: Work with industry-leading brands and high-tier equipment in the oil & gas, mining, and power generation sectors.

Collaborative Culture: A supportive team atmosphere that prioritizes professional development and technical excellence.

Responsibilities
Solution Design: Lead technical "Gameplan" meetings to capture customer constraints and design integrated finishing lines (booths, conveyors, spray systems).

Technical Quoting: Develop accurate budgetary and firm proposals using advanced estimation tools and AutoCAD plant layouts.

Project Management: Act as the primary point of contact from sale to completion, managing project charters, timelines, and scope control.

OEM Liaison: Coordinate with global manufacturers for technical data, specialized pricing, and equipment configurations.

Internal Expert: Provide high-level troubleshooting support for the service team and maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards.

Data Integrity: Manage the full project lifecycle within the NetSuite ERP/CRM to ensure accurate forecasting and documentation.

Qualifications
Education: Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Process, or Industrial Engineering Technology.

Certification: A CET (Certified Engineering Technologist) designation is highly preferred.

Experience: Minimum 2 years in industrial paint finishing, powder coating, or complex fluid handling systems (e.g., food/beverage or packaging lines).

Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD and advanced MS Excel for building estimation models.

Systems Knowledge: Ability to interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and production layouts.

Software: Experience with ERP/CRM systems (NetSuite is an asset).

Competencies: Strong "systems-thinking" ability to see how individual components (ovens, sprayers, etc.) integrate into a workflow.

Summary
If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your resume to:
View email address on randstad.com

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to View email address on randstad.com to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to View email address on randstad.com to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process. show more