{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"3ff7d94283d99d3e9ca2ef33","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3ff7d94283d99d3e9ca2ef33","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3ff7d94283d99d3e9ca2ef33","title":"Electrical Application Engineer","description":"Position Description\n\nThe Electrical Application Engineer is responsible for providing technical and administrative support to the Applications Engineering team during the project bid process. This role is responsible for developing single-line diagrams, preparing and updating variance log sheets, managing technical review dates within the Salesforce system. The position also assists Application Engineers with other assigned tasks to support a successful technical review and post engineering checks of Medium- and Low-Voltage (MV/LV) Switchgear, Control Houses and Power Distribution Centers. The role includes structured mentoring and professional development opportunities to prepare for advancement into an Application Engineer position\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n\nElectrical System Design and Review\n\nPrepare preliminary one-lines, three-lines, and control schematics in CAD software\nReview power and control systems specifications for MV/LV switchgear, metal-clad and metal-enclosed gear, control houses and Power Distribution Centers (PDC)\nPerform AC/DC load calculations for CPTs and battery backup systems\nPerform HVAC sizing calculations using provided tools\nEnsure designs meet applicable standards (UL, IEEE, NEC, etc.) and company specifications\n\nProject Engineering and Documentation\n\nAnalyze customer specifications against the quote/BOM to identify gaps or issues\nPrepare and update variance log sheets\nParticipate in internal design review meetings to ensure readiness for manufacturing\nReview Engineering submittal and construction packages for completeness and accuracy\nSupport the development of established project templates in CAD software\n\nTechnical Collaboration\n\nCoordinate with Application Engineers to ensure a successful technical review during the bid process\nCollaborate with Project Managers, Sourcing, and Production Engineers throughout the project lifecycle\nAttend Engineering meetings as needed to support design validation, redline reviews, or technical clarifications\n\nContinuous Improvement\n\nDevelop working knowledge of major OEM primary and secondary control components and their applications\n\nDevelop in depth understanding of front elevation, section views, building layouts\n\nIdentify opportunities for process improvements or design standardization\n\nStay current with industry standards, codes, and SPS internal design practices to ensure continuous improvement and compliance\n\nProactively seek mentorship and training from Sr. Application Engineers and engineering leadership to prepare for more complex and custom projects\n\nPerforms additional duties as assigned.\n\nKnowledge, Skills Abilities\n\nRequired\n\nStrong ability to interpret and develop electrical schematics, one-line, and three-line diagrams\nGood organizational and time management skills to support multiple projects under supervision\nExcellent documentation and collaboration skills\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)\nProficiency in electrical CAD software\nDemonstrated problem-solving ability in technical or project coordination issues\n\nProactive mindset with ownership of assigned work and accountability for results\n\nPreferred\n\nGood understanding of MV/LV metal-clad, metal-enclosed, and pad-mount switchgear design\n\nExperience supporting prototype builds or early-stage production launches\n\nBasic familiarity with SolidWorks Electrical and basic mechanical layout coordination\n\nBasic understanding of IEEE, UL, NEC, ANSI standards\n\nExperience with CRM software, BOM management, or PDM tools\nPositive attitude, adaptability, and desire for continuous improvement\nQualifications Experience\nBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or in an engineering-related field, along with at lease 1 to 3 years of using CAD software (preferably SolidWorks Electrical), is required. Candidates with at least 1 to 3 years of electro-mechanical engineering work experience in a production or manufacturing environment are required. Equivalent work experience of at least 3 years may also be considered.\nTravel\n\nRare\n\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment\n\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk and hear. The employee regularly is required to walk and reach with hands. The employee is frequently required to sit and rarely required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee uses computer keyboards often. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee views computer monitor often.\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is rarely exposed to airborne particles or chemical agents. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.\n\nSwitchgear Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.","company":"Switchgearpowersystems4","rawCompany":"switchgearpowersystems4","city":"Winneconne","state":"WI","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-11-07T09:54:15.582Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-3023.00","title":"Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electrical-and-electronic-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"335313","title":"Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing","slug":"switchgear-and-switchboard-apparatus-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"335999","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-electrical-equipment-and-component-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Electrical Application Engineer","description":"Position Description\n\nThe Electrical Application Engineer is responsible for providing technical and administrative support to the Applications Engineering team during the project bid process. This role is responsible for developing single-line diagrams, preparing and updating variance log sheets, managing technical review dates within the Salesforce system. The position also assists Application Engineers with other assigned tasks to support a successful technical review and post engineering checks of Medium- and Low-Voltage (MV/LV) Switchgear, Control Houses and Power Distribution Centers. The role includes structured mentoring and professional development opportunities to prepare for advancement into an Application Engineer position\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n\nElectrical System Design and Review\n\nPrepare preliminary one-lines, three-lines, and control schematics in CAD software\nReview power and control systems specifications for MV/LV switchgear, metal-clad and metal-enclosed gear, control houses and Power Distribution Centers (PDC)\nPerform AC/DC load calculations for CPTs and battery backup systems\nPerform HVAC sizing calculations using provided tools\nEnsure designs meet applicable standards (UL, IEEE, NEC, etc.) and company specifications\n\nProject Engineering and Documentation\n\nAnalyze customer specifications against the quote/BOM to identify gaps or issues\nPrepare and update variance log sheets\nParticipate in internal design review meetings to ensure readiness for manufacturing\nReview Engineering submittal and construction packages for completeness and accuracy\nSupport the development of established project templates in CAD software\n\nTechnical Collaboration\n\nCoordinate with Application Engineers to ensure a successful technical review during the bid process\nCollaborate with Project Managers, Sourcing, and Production Engineers throughout the project lifecycle\nAttend Engineering meetings as needed to support design validation, redline reviews, or technical clarifications\n\nContinuous Improvement\n\nDevelop working knowledge of major OEM primary and secondary control components and their applications\n\nDevelop in depth understanding of front elevation, section views, building layouts\n\nIdentify opportunities for process improvements or design standardization\n\nStay current with industry standards, codes, and SPS internal design practices to ensure continuous improvement and compliance\n\nProactively seek mentorship and training from Sr. Application Engineers and engineering leadership to prepare for more complex and custom projects\n\nPerforms additional duties as assigned.\n\nKnowledge, Skills Abilities\n\nRequired\n\nStrong ability to interpret and develop electrical schematics, one-line, and three-line diagrams\nGood organizational and time management skills to support multiple projects under supervision\nExcellent documentation and collaboration skills\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)\nProficiency in electrical CAD software\nDemonstrated problem-solving ability in technical or project coordination issues\n\nProactive mindset with ownership of assigned work and accountability for results\n\nPreferred\n\nGood understanding of MV/LV metal-clad, metal-enclosed, and pad-mount switchgear design\n\nExperience supporting prototype builds or early-stage production launches\n\nBasic familiarity with SolidWorks Electrical and basic mechanical layout coordination\n\nBasic understanding of IEEE, UL, NEC, ANSI standards\n\nExperience with CRM software, BOM management, or PDM tools\nPositive attitude, adaptability, and desire for continuous improvement\nQualifications Experience\nBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or in an engineering-related field, along with at lease 1 to 3 years of using CAD software (preferably SolidWorks Electrical), is required. Candidates with at least 1 to 3 years of electro-mechanical engineering work experience in a production or manufacturing environment are required. Equivalent work experience of at least 3 years may also be considered.\nTravel\n\nRare\n\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment\n\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk and hear. The employee regularly is required to walk and reach with hands. The employee is frequently required to sit and rarely required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee uses computer keyboards often. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee views computer monitor often.\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is rarely exposed to airborne particles or chemical agents. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.\n\nSwitchgear Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. 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