Application Engineer (m/f/d)

Piller SEA is actively seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Application Engineer (m/f/d) to support our regional sales team in Singapore. In this key role you will be responsible for preparing technical proposals and quotations, managing customer inquiries, and providing application support across Southeast Asia (SEA), Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical engineering background and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and external clients, including Japanese customers. The position offers an exciting opportunity in a young and ambitious team in a future-proof industry with strong potential for growth. Depending on your strengths and career aspirations, you can grow within PILLER as either a Sales Engineer in the Sales Department or as a Technical Expert in the Application Engineering Department.

Date: August 5, 2025
Location: Singapore
Company: Piller SEA Pte. Ltd.
Department: Sales
Reports To: Regional Sales Manager

Key responsibilities

Prepare technical and commercial quotations in response to sales inquiries from SEA, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan
Collaborate closely with the regional sales team to understand customer requirements and deliver tailored technical support
Facilitate technical discussions with Japanese clients, acting as a bridge between the customer, our Japanese Agent and PILLER’s engineering team
Assist in the preparation of product specifications, compliance documentation, and application data
Provide technical clarification and resolve issues during pre-sales stage
Coordinate with both the local sales team and global application engineering team to ensure timely and accurate proposal submissions
Travel to Japan up to 4 times a year to support customer visits, site meetings, or in-depth technical discussions

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline
2–5 years of experience in application engineering, technical support, or pre-sales in an industrial or technical environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a high level of professionalism
Proficiency in English; Japanese language skills are a strong advantage (written and/or spoken)
Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
Familiarity with industrial equipment, machinery, or process systems is preferred
Willingness to travel internationally, particularly to Japan, as part of the role

Benefit package

13^th month bonus with Annual Wages Supplement (AWS)
14 days Annual leaves, 1 leave increment per year, up to 21 days
Travel allowance for business trips
Dental and medical claims for employee and spouse
Company insurance

About Piller SEA Pte. Ltd.

Piller SEA Pte. Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Piller Blowers and Compressors GmbH.

Piller Blowers & Compressors is one of the world's leading manufacturers of customized blowers and compressors for the global process industry. Our focus on top-quality products, personal engagement and state of the art R&D makes us the leader for technology and quality in our market. With over 100 years of German tradition and subsidiaries in more than 8 countries, we offer a strong company culture in an international work environment.

Piller SEA Pte. Ltd.
Nils Bicker
25 International Business Park
# 03-56 German Centre
Singapore 609916

+65 65 629 55-1
nils.bicker@piller.de