Principal Apps Engineer
The Davis Companies, North Reading, MA, United States
Now Hiring: Principal Application Engineer
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We’re looking for a
Principal Application Engineer
to serve as a top‑level technical expert and individual contributor, leading the most complex and high‑impact engineering initiatives. This role operates with a high level of autonomy and plays a key part in driving engineering excellence, innovation, and scalable design solutions.
As a trusted technical authority, this individual will influence engineering direction, establish best practices, and partner with leadership to strengthen long‑term technical capability. This is a hands‑on, senior‑level role focused on solving challenging problems, guiding technical standards, and mentoring engineering talent.
What You’ll Do
Lead highly complex engineering and system integration projects with significant business impact
Establish and improve CAD standards, engineering processes, and documentation practices
Drive innovation in design efficiency, scalability, and quality
Act as the technical escalation point for complex engineering, operational, and customer challenges
Partner with leadership and cross‑functional teams to support strategic initiatives and advanced solutions
Evaluate and implement new tools, technologies, and engineering methodologies
Lead problem‑solving efforts in ambiguous, non‑routine scenarios
Mentor and develop engineers, supporting long‑term talent growth and succession planning
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
8–10+ years of experience in application engineering, design, or manufacturing environments
Proven success leading complex, cross‑functional engineering initiatives
Experience with fluid systems, instrumentation, or custom assemblies (preferred)
Key Skills xywuqvp
Expert‑level system design, integration, and fabrication knowledge
Deep understanding of fluid systems and instrumentation
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Strategic mindset with strong business and operational awareness
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
Comfortable working in fast‑paced, evolving environments
If you enjoy owning complex technical challenges, driving engineering standards, and influencing how solutions are built at scale, this could be a great next step.
Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.
We’re looking for a
Principal Application Engineer
to serve as a top‑level technical expert and individual contributor, leading the most complex and high‑impact engineering initiatives. This role operates with a high level of autonomy and plays a key part in driving engineering excellence, innovation, and scalable design solutions.
As a trusted technical authority, this individual will influence engineering direction, establish best practices, and partner with leadership to strengthen long‑term technical capability. This is a hands‑on, senior‑level role focused on solving challenging problems, guiding technical standards, and mentoring engineering talent.
What You’ll Do
Lead highly complex engineering and system integration projects with significant business impact
Establish and improve CAD standards, engineering processes, and documentation practices
Drive innovation in design efficiency, scalability, and quality
Act as the technical escalation point for complex engineering, operational, and customer challenges
Partner with leadership and cross‑functional teams to support strategic initiatives and advanced solutions
Evaluate and implement new tools, technologies, and engineering methodologies
Lead problem‑solving efforts in ambiguous, non‑routine scenarios
Mentor and develop engineers, supporting long‑term talent growth and succession planning
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
8–10+ years of experience in application engineering, design, or manufacturing environments
Proven success leading complex, cross‑functional engineering initiatives
Experience with fluid systems, instrumentation, or custom assemblies (preferred)
Key Skills xywuqvp
Expert‑level system design, integration, and fabrication knowledge
Deep understanding of fluid systems and instrumentation
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Strategic mindset with strong business and operational awareness
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
Comfortable working in fast‑paced, evolving environments
If you enjoy owning complex technical challenges, driving engineering standards, and influencing how solutions are built at scale, this could be a great next step.