Application Engineer - Sealing

Role Overview

Join Motion Asia Pacific as a national Subject Matter Expert (SME) specializing in sealing technologies. This full-time position based in Hamilton, New Zealand, offers the chance to contribute meaningful work across diverse industries while advancing your career through a range of development opportunities. The role includes an attractive compensation package featuring a company vehicle, incentives, and discounts.

About Motion

Operating across the Asia Pacific including New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia, and Singapore, Motion delivers industrial products and engineering services to support industry operations. With an ambitious growth strategy targeted for 2027, the company is enhancing its people’s capabilities, offering prospects for skills expansion and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the national SME for mechanical seals, gaskets, and fluid control components, providing expert technical guidance.
• Analyze operating conditions such as pressure, temperature, media type, and shaft speed to ensure optimal product selection and engineered solutions.
• Lead complex quotation processes and support nationwide projects, including conducting failure and root cause analyses.
• Ensure all technical solutions comply with supplier standards and industry best practices.
• Deliver cross-divisional technical sales assistance, engaging in joint visits with sales teams including SAMs, CAMs, RSMs, BDMs, and Sales Engineers.
• Identify opportunities for product conversions, upgrades, and value-based solutions to increase revenue and profit margins.
• Design and provide structured technical training to build sealing expertise at a national level.
• Generate and update technical documentation, application guides, and mentor sales teams on solution-based selling strategies.
• Collaborate with Product Management and suppliers regarding portfolio alignment, new product launches, quality control, and market feedback.
• Support governance initiatives focusing on continuous improvement processes, warranty reviews, standardization, compliance, and operational excellence.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Technical proficiency in sealing products, pump systems, and rotating machinery, with a background in application engineering, technical sales, or MRO/industrial distribution.
• Strong mechanical engineering knowledge including interpretation of technical drawings and specifications; qualifications in mechanical engineering or trades are advantageous, as is CAD experience.
• In-depth understanding of mechanical seals, sealing systems, gasket materials, pump fundamentals, and supplier engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver technical training, effective communication skills, and capacity to work well both independently and within teams.
• Highly organized, adaptable, with strong problem-solving and time management abilities; able to perform effectively under pressure and maintain a commitment to Health & Safety standards.
• Proficiency in business systems and related tools.
• Collaborative team player attitude.

Benefits and Company Culture

• Competitive remuneration package including company vehicle and necessary tools.
• Opportunity to be part of a progressive global company focused on career growth.
• Continuous training and career advancement supported by management commitment.
• An inclusive workplace celebrating diversity.
• Employee benefits such as free flu vaccinations and confidential counseling services through an Employee Assistance Program.

Additional Information

Motion values strong relationships and expects this role to nurture trusted connections throughout the organization, supporting the network of stores, managers, and leaders. The company’s strategy is driven by continuous improvement and sustainable growth, backed by long-term investment in people, systems, processes, and new opportunities.

To be considered for this role, applicants must be New Zealand citizens or hold appropriate work visas. Motion is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, evaluating candidates without regard to protected characteristics including sex, race, religion, age, disability, or veteran status, among others.