Applications Engineer Corporate Sales

Powell Industries, Inc. • Houston, TX • 12h ago

An applications engineer is responsible for assessing the costs and resources required for a project or service. They analyze project specifications, review drawings and data sheets, and collaborate with various stakeholders to determine material, labor, and equipment needs. Estimators also research market prices, obtain quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, and prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals. Their role is crucial in ensuring accurate budgeting and pricing for projects in construction, manufacturing, engineering, and other industries.

Essential Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities:

Independently review customer supplied specifications to assess feasibility of Powell manufacture or supply.

Read and interpret electrical drawings to include single-lines, three-lines, elevations, control schematics, site plans and electrical enclosure layouts.

Translate conceptual customer designs into a meaningful proposal.

Generate accurate proposals based on the review and interpretation of customer-supplied documentation

Write effective comments to help define Powell's offering

Optimize the proposed solution to best benefit Powell and our customer

Perform competitive evaluation of sub vendor proposals used to complete the overall Powell offering

Assess risk associated with sub-vendor offering

Interact with other Powell divisions to develop cross business solutions.

Requires regular supervision.

Work may be checked by more senior team members.

Project responsibilities will be simple to average.

Secondary Responsibilities (performed but not regularly):

Participate in sales and marketing activities to include client meetings and conferences.

Participate in executing cost out initiatives in conjunction with Engineering and Operations.

Key Functions:

Prepare detailed, accurate and cost competitive proposals - 95%

Participate in external customer facing activities - 5%

Minimum Qualifications

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline

0-2+ years of experience in electrical distribution equipment estimating, or related field

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

Build and maintain a working knowledge of electrical theory and applicable industry standards including IEEE/ANSI, NEC, IBC and NFPA.

Familiarity with low & medium voltage distribution equipment ratings and design

Familiarity with DC systems, UPS systems, HVAC and pressurization

Familiarity with interconnect, conduit and cable schedules

Ability to read and interpret electrical specifications

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings to include single lines, three lines, schematics and wiring diagrams

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Customer Oriented

Able to manage multiple priorities

Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans in order to meet deadlines.

Problem Solving: Gathers and analyzes information using inquisitive mind, using strong logical, methodical and systematic skills

Work independently with little or no supervision

Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

Visio / Auto CAD / Inventor

Microsoft Office Suite

Working & Environmental Conditions

Working Conditions

Temperature controlled working environment. Some outside activities may be required.

This position may travel out-of-town to attend training and meetings.

Typical office environment: may experience minor discomfort from extensive use of a computer display and keyboard; travel between buildings on campus and between campuses.

Physical Requirements

Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.

Sitting, standing and walking for long periods of time.

Typing, punching or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

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In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!

Powell's culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

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