G&W Electric

Application Engineer

Reporting to the Lead Application Engineer, Application Engineers play a critical role within our organization. They are responsible for the interpretation of customer specifications and power requirements. The Application Engineer analyzes technical specifications and drawings to select the most appropriate G&W product for the application. Our custom engineering capabilities allow for creative solutions that allow us to satisfy nearly any application. An appreciation for deep technical knowledge of the product and application are needed to excel in this position as well as an equal balance of negotiation and relationship building skills

As an Application Engineer you will:

• Determine and document the technical and commercial requirements of the customer’s application
• Select the appropriate G&W product to meet these requirements
• Develop accurate cost models for both standard and custom equipment
• Determine price levels and lead times
• Partner with customers and our Engineering team to develop custom solutions that satisfy their needs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with our internal resources and Sales Team
• Provide timely and effective verbal and written communication to our internal resources and Sales Team
• Communicate these requirements to G&W’s internal teams for engineering and manufacturing

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering – A concentration in Power Engineering is highly desired
• Has strong computer proficiency
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills
• Ideally has experience with switchgear, reclosers, SF6 insulated and dielectric insulated switches.
• Customer service
• Experience in presenting quotes and profit margins.
• Experience in ERP (Oracle is a plus)