Electrical Application Engineer

Electrical Application Engineer

Winneconne, WI

On-site

Full-time

Salary - $90-100K

Minimum Years’ Experience: 1 to 2 Years

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: On-site

Employee Classification: Exempt

Education: 4 Year Degree

Position Description

The 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 Essential Duties and Responsibilities Electrical System Design and Review

Prepare preliminary one-lines, three-lines, and control schematics in CAD software

Review power and control systems specifications for MV/LV switchgear, metal-clad and metal-enclosed gear, control houses and Power Distribution Centers (PDC)

Perform AC/DC load calculations for CPTs and battery backup systems

Perform HVAC sizing calculations using provided tools

Ensure designs meet applicable standards (UL, IEEE, NEC, etc.) and company specifications

Project Engineering and Documentation

Analyze customer specifications against the quote/BOM to identify gaps or issues

Prepare and update variance log sheets

Participate in internal design review meetings to ensure readiness for manufacturing

Review Engineering submittal and construction packages for completeness and accuracy

Support the development of established project templates in CAD software

Technical Collaboration

Coordinate with Application Engineers to ensure a successful technical review during the bid process

Collaborate with Project Managers, Sourcing, and Production Engineers throughout the project lifecycle

Attend Engineering meetings as needed to support design validation, redline reviews, or technical clarifications

Continuous Improvement

Develop working knowledge of major OEM primary and secondary control components and their applications

Develop in depth understanding of front elevation, section views, building layouts

Identify opportunities for process improvements or design standardization

Stay current with industry standards, codes, and SPS internal design practices to ensure continuous improvement and compliance

Proactively seek mentorship and training from Sr. Application Engineers and engineering leadership to prepare for more complex and custom projects

Performs additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Strong ability to interpret and develop electrical schematics, one-line, and three-line diagrams

Good organizational and time management skills to support multiple projects under supervision

Excellent documentation and collaboration skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Proficiency in electrical CAD software

Demonstrated problem-solving ability in technical or project coordination issues

Proactive mindset with ownership of assigned work and accountability for results

Preferred

Good understanding of MV/LV metal-clad, metal-enclosed, and pad-mount switchgear design

Experience supporting prototype builds or early-stage production launches

Basic familiarity with SolidWorks Electrical and basic mechanical layout coordination

Basic understanding of IEEE, UL, NEC, ANSI standards

Experience with CRM software, BOM management, or PDM tools

Positive attitude, adaptability, and desire for continuous improvement

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or in an engineering-related field, along with at least 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.

Travel Rare (optional)