Application Specialist - Technical Sales & Engineering Path

Application Specialist - Technical Sales & Engineering Path 2.8 2.8 out of 5 stars 2862 Whisper Cove Boulevard, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563 Full-time Proportion-Air, Inc. 17 reviews Full-time Most entry-level technical roles hand you a catalog and wish you luck. This one is different. At Proportion-Air, you'll follow a structured path into application engineering and technical sales. Experienced engineers and sales leaders will teach you how to think — not just what to memorize. You'll master the fundamentals of electro-pneumatic pressure and flow control and learn how to solve real problems in manufacturing, aerospace, medical, and energy markets.

WHAT YOU'LL BUILD A

high-value skill set in electro-pneumatic system design, application sizing, and solution engineering Direct mentorship from engineers and sales pros Ownership of real customer relationships tied to revenue A career at a company where you're known and your products make an impact

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Configure and recommend electro-pneumatic solutions for complex applications Turn customer specs into winning quotes and proven designs Collaborate with engineering and customers to solve pressure and flow challenges Support distributors and end users through the full sales and service cycle Manage multiple opportunities with strong organization and responsiveness Represent Proportion-Air at customer meetings, training events, and trade shows

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Technical foundation in mechanical, electrical, or fluid control systems (formal or hands-on) Ability to learn complex concepts quickly and explain them clearly Problem-solving bias and self-direction Strong communication skills — confident on calls, in meetings, or presenting 2-3 years of customer-facing or technical experience Willingness to travel 10-20%

A CANDID WORD

This role brings real responsibility early. It's not passive. If you want predictable, look elsewhere. But if you're ready to solve meaningful problems, earn customer trust, and advance based on results — you'll thrive here.

THE DETAILS

Competitive salary + full benefits. Professional development support. Mix of office and field work. Proportion-Air has led proportional electro-pneumatic control since 1985 — precise, repeatable, and built to spec. That's what we deliver. That's what you'll learn.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person