Sr Applications Engineer - Switchgear Proposals

Overview

Create technical and commercial proposals for medium voltage switchgear solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• quote evaluation
• rfq preparation
• layout drawings
• cost modeling
• technical solutions
• spec review

Tasks

-Engage in Customer discussions by supporting the Business Development and Sales teams. -Identify and define preliminary scope of work for a complete solution that fits the Customer specifications. -Prepare Customer-facing proposal for Medium Voltage Switchgear and bundle proposals with Medium Voltage Switchgear -Prepare layout and single line drawings at a minimum, to demonstrate the idea of the intended scope of work. -Work closely with the PMO team for an efficient and effective handover of the project from the Bid Phase to the Project execution phase, upon winning the project. -Perform quote evaluations of all the quotations received and make technical recommendations to the design and the vendor choices. -Prepare RFQ packages for third party products and work closely with Procurement team to secure the quotations (Battery Systems, MV/LV Transformers, metering cabinets, Control Panels, among others) -Collaborate with Engineers within the Business Unit to generate technical solutions for the Siemens suite of products. -Review of Customer specifications, commercial/technical documents, product requirements. -Develop the cost model for the quotation using product configurator tools and secure approvals from the senior management. -Collaborate with internal departments and Sales teams to negotiate and secure contracts.

Requirements

• bachelor's
• 5+ years
• autocad
• visio
• medium voltage
• leadership

What You Bring

-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. -1+ years engineering experience in an EPC, engineering, manufacturing, utility, industrial corporate environment or similar. -Travel Required – Less than 10%. -Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering. -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. -Excellent communications skills to effectively and accurately communicate with internal and external customers. -Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Office tools and willingness to learn product configuration/pricing applications. -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. -Knowledge and experience evaluating Single line drawings, schematics, relay protection & control schemes, communication network diagrams and related engineering documents. -Financial knowledge to understand and participate in ongoing business planning and support the product as well as project lifecycle management processes. -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. -5+ years’ experience with energy distribution systems and solutions, or relative industry -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. -Experience with Electrical and 2D Layout drawing tools such as AutoCad, Visio, etc.

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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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