Application Engineer - Sealing at NAPA Auto Parts

Apply for Application Engineer - Sealing at NAPA Auto Parts in Frankton Junction, New Zealand. This full‑time on‑site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Location: Frankton Junction, New Zealand. Job ID: R26_0000017001. Motion is a business operating across the Asia Pacific region, delivering industrial products and engineering services to keep the world moving. Responsibilities Serve as the national Subject Matter Expert for sealing products, providing advanced technical expertise and application guidance. Review operating conditions (pressure, temperature, media, shaft speed, compliance) to ensure correct product selection and engineered solutions. Support complex quotations and national projects, including failure analysis and root cause investigations. Ensure alignment with supplier standards and industry best practices in all technical recommendations. Provide cross‑divisional technical sales support, including joint customer visits with sales teams (SAMs, CAMs, RSMs, BDMs, Sales Engineers). Identify conversion, upgrade, and value‑based solution opportunities to drive revenue growth and margin improvement. Develop and deliver structured technical training programs to build national sealing competency. Create and maintain technical documentation, application guides, and mentor teams in solution‑based selling. Collaborate with Product Management and suppliers on portfolio alignment, new product introductions, quality issues, and market feedback. Support governance and continuous improvement, including warranty reviews, process standardisation, compliance, and operational best practices. Qualifications Technical expertise in sealing products, pump systems, and rotating equipment, with experience in application engineering, technical sales, or MRO/industrial distribution environments. Strong engineering capability, including interpretation of technical drawings and specifications; mechanical engineering qualification or trade background desirable (CAD experience advantageous). In‑depth knowledge of mechanical seals, sealing systems, gasket materials, and pump fundamentals, with experience engaging supplier partners. Proven ability to deliver technical training, communicate effectively, and support both independent and team‑based work environments. Highly organised and adaptable professional, with strong problem‑solving skills, time management, ability to work under pressure, and commitment to Health & Safety. Proficient in business systems and tools. Team player attitude. Benefits Attractive package including company vehicle, incentives, and discounts. Ongoing training and career development, inclusive culture, and free flu shots and counselling services with our Employee Assistance Program. MOTION is an equal‑opportunity employer. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or have a relevant work visa. GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. #J-18808-Ljbffr