Now Hiring - AMERICAN Cast Iron Pipe Company - Engineer-AFC Sales in Birmingham, AL

Founded in 1905 in Birmingham, Alabama, AMERICAN is an industry leading manufacturer of fire hydrants, valves, ductile iron pipe and spiral-welded steel pipe for the waterworks industry and high-frequency-welded steel pipe for the oil and natural gas industries. AMERICAN's diversified product line also includes fire pumps, structural casing and piling, castings for large machinery, and specialty rubber products. For more than a century, AMERICAN has been committed to doing things The Right Way exceeding customer expectations, being a good neighbor in our communities, and supporting our employees.

Product Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Corresponds with sales department, field sales personnel, distributors, consulting engineers and customers concerning product applications, questions, in field issues and product capabilities.
• Reviews project specifications and discuss specific jobs with Sales Division, engineers, distributors, and customers.
• Reviews specifications, submits literature to customers, and checks detailed drawings sent to manufacturing. Assists management in the review and development of language for use in industry standards such as AWWA, MSS, UL, FM and NSF.
• Coordinates with field sales, consulting engineer and distributor on large technical projects.
• Writes reviews and offers corrections to websites, digital valve and hydrant manual, brochures, and other collateral information. Works with Sales and marketing in updating or developing sales tools and display equipment. Helps train new salespeople to understand product line and engineering principles pertaining to products. Coordinates sales training program.
• Identifies need for additions to product line and/or product design changes. Works with research and AFC manufacturing units on the development of innovative designs and/or modifications to existing product designs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university. Proof of degree required.
• Must exhibit a good command of grammar and spelling.
• Must exhibit the ability to cooperate well with others.
• Must exhibit good oral and written communication skills.
• Must exhibit an ability to learn. Weight will be given to grades, engineering courses, and related work experience.
• Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must exhibit the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the job duties.

AMERICAN Benefits:

• 401(k) Plan
• Profit Sharing Bonus Plan
• Eagan Center for Wellness
• Medical, Dental and Supplemental Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

EOE/VETS/DISABILITY