Applications Engineer - Switchgear

Siemens • Wendell, NC • 20h ago

Job Family: Electrification & Automation

Req ID: 504210

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That's why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

About Smart Infrastructure - Electrification and Automation:

The Electrification and Automation (EA) Business Unit offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and through all sales channels. We provide reliable power distribution grids of today while investing into our Future Grids portfolio and applications to create the power distribution grid of the future. Our comprehensive portfolio meets the growing technical requirements of today's and tomorrow's power grid!

The EA Business Unit in Wendell, North Carolina, which is its U.S. headquarters, focuses on photovoltaic inverters, medium-voltage power distribution equipment including packaging and services, and solutions, including automation.

We are looking for an Applications Engineer. This Hybrid position (2-3 days in office / 2-3 days remote) will be based in Wendell, NC. Relocation assistance is available.

We are seeking an Applications Engineer to support business growth within the EA Business Unit by delivering competitive, customer-focused technical and commercial solutions. In this role, you will partner closely with Sales, Engineering, Procurement, and PMO to develop proposals for customers across industrial, construction, and data center markets.

This role may be converted to a remote position based on experience and qualifications, with occasional travel to Wendell for trainings, workshops, and key meetings

You'll ?make an impact by:

Translating customer specifications, drawings, and requirements into optimized technical solutions and scopes of work

Developing layouts, single-line diagrams, and cost models to support competitive, value-engineered proposals

Leading technical evaluations and vendor selections , including RFQs for third-party equipment

Partnering with Sales and Business Development to support customer discussions, negotiations, and proposal presentations

Ensuring a smooth handover from bid to execution by collaborating closely with PMO and cross-functional teams

You'll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.

2+ years relevant experience

Travel Required - Less than 10%.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with medium-voltage power distribution, including switchgear and transformer applications

Ability to analyze customer's technical specifications & single line diagrams, apply appropriate product offerings to meet the customers' expectations in cost-effective and timely manner, offer alternative solutions to optimize profitability while meeting customer needs.

Familiarity with ANSI, IEEE, UL, and NEMA standards

Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Office tools and willingness to learn product configuration/pricing applications.

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Visio, or similar 2D layout tools

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here (https://www.siemens.com/global/en/company.html) .

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Engineering

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