Application Engineer - Motors

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The Application Engineer - Motors is the primary technical resource for all orders concerning low voltage motors and is responsible for actively driving and managing the technical aspect of the order process.

• Communicate effectively with Field Sales, Customers, engineering group, and factories.
• Compile and prepare accurate proposals for customers based on specifications, emails, phone calls, etc.
• Provide technical and commercial training and mentoring to junior team members, inside sales, field sales, and customers as appropriate.
• Lead and own quotations and opportunities by requesting feedback from Sales or directly from customers.
• Identify project/customer details vital for quotation strategies and assessing strengths/weaknesses.
• Assist LV & MV Motors team members technically or commercially as needed.
• Create working instructions, procedures, SOPs, and Customer Specific Guidelines.
• Participate and lead conference calls and customer visits, with or without sales assistance.
• Guide the Order Entry team to ensure accurate order configuration.
• Handle custom project developments for OEMs.
• Gather customer feedback with limited outside sales support.
• Perform electrical and mechanical calculations using engineering software.
• Create technical documentation like datasheets, drawings, and torsional analysis.
• Evaluate purchasing agreements with the legal team.
• Support the development of new product lines technically and commercially.
• Define pricing strategies for special products.
• Develop technical and sales tools to empower sales teams.
• Coordinate projects and customer developments, negotiating with relevant departments to ensure timely delivery.
• Track project pipelines and report status regularly to management.
• Prepare and present technical and commercial proposals to committees.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience.

• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Fluent in English, capable of technical communication.
• Understanding of complex customer specifications.
• Deep knowledge of industry standards like NEMA MG1, IEEE 841.
• Advanced in-house application software skills.
• Experience with SAP and understanding of cost/pricing structures.
• Knowledge of LV & MV Motor industry, OEMs, EPCs, End Users, market trends, legislation, competitors, and project management.
• Skills in leading meetings and calculating profitability and ROIC.
• Ability to demonstrate products and lead presentations.

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience or 7 years with LV/MV motors.

WEG is a leading manufacturer of electric motors and related products, with operations worldwide. Located in Duluth, GA, we offer a competitive environment and benefits. To apply, submit an updated resume and complete our application. Authorization to work in the US is required; no visa sponsorship is provided.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Strategy/Planning and IT
• Industries:
  Appliances, Electrical, Electronics Manufacturing