Product Application Engineer

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Date: Sep 3, 2025

Location: Englewood, CO, US, 80112

Company: Gates Corporation

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

WHAT TO EXPECT

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our US team. This position offers the flexibility to begin your role as a Product Application Engineer in one of our offices located in Rochester Hills, MI; Englewood, CO; Atlanta, GA; or Pittsburgh, PA.

 

As an Application Engineer you will be supporting either the Fluid Power or Power Transmission division, where you will play a key role in assisting with customer inquiries. This position offers an excellent entry point to build your career, providing exposure to diverse applications and customers while developing a strong technical and product foundation. With hands-on experience and growth opportunities, this role is ideal for individuals looking to establish a solid career path within the company.

Key responsibilities (to name a few):

  • Provide engineering support to customers and clients by assisting with the proper application and selection of fluid power and/or power transmission products through email and phone communications.
  • Analyze application requirements, evaluate options, and recommend appropriate components to ensure systems meet performance and reliability standards.
  • Contribute to projects and longer-term departmental initiatives with minimal guidance from senior engineers.

ABOUT YOU

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Mechanical Engineering preferred.
    • Recent graduates are encouraged to apply for this entry-level opportunity.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills, with proven ability to prioritize resources and meet project deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, supported by a technical mindset and analytical approach.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • Willingness to travel for extended training opportunities, customer engagements, or site visits as needed.
  • Willingness to relocate in the future to support long-term career growth within Gates.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

BENEFITS

  • Full-Time 
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position
  • Salary Range Starting: $62,500 – $79,000
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options:   
    • Benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire  
  • Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation, additionally 8 sick days  
  • 11 paid holidays  
  • 401(k): company matching up to 6%  
  • Tuition Reimbursement  
  • Employee Discounts  
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Learn more about the benefits we provide at www.gateshealth.com  

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to loud. Temperatures can vary depending on weather conditions and can be extreme. Gates is managed in accordance with OSHAS requirements and requires all employees to wear steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and a hard hat.


Nearest Major Market: Denver