Application Engineer
On-siteWisconsin, United States or Winneconne, Wisconsin, United States
Job Summary
Conduct project kickoffs, review customer documentation and diagrams to identify gaps, and assist in creating clarification documents for design approval. Review and approve critical project documents including component lists, schematics, and cable schedules while ensuring compliance with NEC, ANSI, IEEE, and UL standards. Coordinate with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to verify design feasibility and serve as the technical point of contact for design-related questions. Mentor mechanical and electrical engineers by sharing practical knowledge and best practices to boost efficiency and quality. Stay current with industry standards and document lessons learned to update standard operating procedures. This foundational role offers opportunities to learn from Senior Application Engineers and develop into specialized positions handling complex and custom projects.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to read and understand schematic, one-line, and three-line diagrams
- Familiarity with front elevation and mechanical drawings
- Working knowledge of major OEM primary and secondary control components and their applications
- Ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines with attention to detail
- Solid problem-solving skills
- Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or a related engineering field
Desired Qualifications
- At least 2 years of electrical/mechanical engineering and CAD design (SolidWorks, SolidWorks Electrical, and AutoCAD) experience in switchgear or related industry
- Knowledge of engineering drawing guidelines and industry standards (e.g., IEEE, UL 891, UL 1558, NEC)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Good collaboration skills
- Initiative to learn and stay updated with innovations in the switchgear and manufacturing industries
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