What are the responsibilities and job description for the Applications Engineer position at Sterling Engineering?
Application Engineer - Variable Speed Drives
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with customers, solving complex drive-related challenges, and owning projects from concept through commissioning.
What You’ll Do
- Roanoke, VA
- Up to $139K Base
- 5 Weeks PTO | ✈️ ~15% Travel
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with customers, solving complex drive-related challenges, and owning projects from concept through commissioning.
What You’ll Do
- Define system requirements and develop specifications for low & medium voltage VFD systems
- Collaborate with OEMs and end users to deliver custom-engineered solutions
- Troubleshoot AC/DC drive systems both remotely and on-site
- Develop electrical schematics and support system-level design
- Assist with commissioning, tuning, and optimization of VFD systems
- Evaluate vendor proposals and recommend cost-effective solutions
- Support technical proposals, costing, and client discussions
- BS in Electrical Engineering (or related field)
- Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) in industrial environments
- Strong troubleshooting and application engineering experience
- Ability to work cross-functionally with internal teams and customers
- 5 weeks PTO starting day one
- Work on custom, project-based automation systems
- High visibility with clients and real ownership of your work
Salary : $139,000