Senior Application Engineer – Medium Voltage Switchgear Proposals (Gas Insulated Switchgear)

Overview

Prepare technical/commercial proposals for medium‑voltage GIS and switchgear solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• technical solution
• proposal development
• cost modeling
• layout drawing
• quote evaluation
• rfq preparation

Tasks

-Work closely with the Project Management (PMO) team for an efficient and effective handover of the project from the Bid Phase to the Project execution phase, upon winning the project. -Identify and define preliminary scope of work for a complete solution that fits the Customer specifications. -Collaborate with internal departments and Sales teams to negotiate and secure contracts. -Review of Customer specifications, commercial/technical documents, product requirements. -Collaborate with Engineers within the Business Unit to generate technical solutions for the Siemens suite of products. -Prepare Customer-facing proposal (proposal document) for Medium Voltage Switchgear and associated third party products (when applicable). -Develop the cost model for the quotation using product configurators and secure approvals from the senior management. -When applicable, prepare layout and single line drawings at a minimum, to demonstrate the idea of the intended scope of work. -Perform quote evaluations of all the quotations received and make technical recommendations to the design and the vendor choices. -Engage in Customer discussions by supporting the Business Development and Sales teams. -Prepare RFQ packages for third party products (transformers, battery systems, HMI cabinets, control boxes, etc ) and work closely with Procurement team to secure the quotations.

Requirements

• autocad
• visio
• electrical engineering
• 3-5 years
• medium voltage
• leadership

What You Bring

-Excellent communications skills to effectively and accurately communicate with internal and external customers. -Excellent collaboration, leadership, and decision-making skills in a team environment, and demonstrated ability to perform and prioritize multiple, simultaneous tasks while maintaining excellent customer service. -Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Office tools and willingness to learn product configuration/pricing applications. -Ability to identify market trends and using this information, work closely with Marketing and Technology to create and justify projects to close the identified gaps. -Travel Required – Less than 10%. -3-5 years engineering experience in an EPC, engineering, manufacturing, utility, industrial corporate environment or similar. Advanced degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience. -Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. -Experience with Electrical and 2D Layout drawing tools such as AutoCad, Visio, etc. -Familiarity with ANSI, IEEE, UL and NEMA standards for power distribution applications and the best practices. In specific for Medium Voltage switchgear and Transformers 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. -Experience in the design and application of electrical distribution products with a focus on medium voltage metal clad, metal enclosed switchgear products and/or Transformers. -Candidate must reside in or be willing to relocate to Raleigh/Wendell, NC area. -Knowledge and experience evaluating Single line drawings, schematics, relay protection & control schemes, communication network diagrams and related engineering documents. -Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. -Basic financial knowledge to understand and participate in ongoing business planning and support the product as well as project lifecycle management processes.

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About Siemens

-The company drives progress with solutions in electrification, automation, and digitalization across industries. -With cutting-edge products and services, it leads sustainable innovation for industries like energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure. -Its impressive portfolio includes smart grids, automated factories, advanced healthcare technologies, and solutions for urban mobility. -Siemens’ digital solutions enhance efficiency and sustainability in everything from smart buildings to electric vehicles. -It has contributed to iconic projects, including energy-efficient train systems and automation in key industrial sectors. -Transforming how industries use digital technology to optimize operations and tackle global challenges.

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Visa Sponsorship

-candidates must be legally authorized to work in the u.s. without sponsorship now or in the future.