Power Distribution Application Engineer

Faith Technologies•Menasha, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Power Distribution Application Engineer will work in alignment with engineering & project teams to provide purchasing/technical support for power distribution equipment. This is a customer-service focused position that drives standardization, ensuring efficient & accurate equipment selection by following a continuously improved process. This position will serve project team members by keeping project/product cost in check and supporting project delivery timelines. This role will also support a strategic corporate partnership with a key gear manufacturer. This position will be a key contact for coordination of purchasing activities between engineering, project teams, and Excellerate.

Requirements

Associates Degree and 3 years of experience in installing Power Distribution Equipment
Strong technical knowledge of switch gear, MCCs, transformers, panel boards, and switch boards.
Medium Voltage experience would be ideal.
Experience in a project estimating role would also be a plus.
Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting project teams with technical leadership in purchasing activities related to power distribution; switchgear, generators, MCC's etc.
Drives an overall project & customer value approach to equipment selection with project team.
Works with estimating to ensure accurate power distribution equipment price information is considered in developing Faith bids for customers.
Contributes to the achievement of targets: product cost, project cost, quality and time-to market while respecting the purchasing processes and strategy.
Drives supply chain approach, promoting innovation, standardization, product quality and efficient lead-times.
Encourages and seeks co-development and early supplier involvement; brings supplier market knowledge and education to team(s).
Monitors and ensures competitive cost of equipment and compares it to estimated project cost.
Helps the project team assess possible uses of Excellerate with power distribution equipment.
Works with Engineering to develop standardized packages for design build and supports value engineering efforts.
Collaborates with cross functional departments, including estimating, engineering, purchasing and operations.
Provides customer-focused innovation via engineering and suppliers.
Studies technical drawings and electrical specifications to ensure that the equipment bill of materials conforms to standards and customer requirements.
Demonstrates the capability of handling multiple and conflicting priorities and effectively prioritize tasks in a fast paced work environment.
Demonstrates the ability to navigate through customer plans and specifications.
Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence.
Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner.
Defines work to be done; clearly communicates vision, objectives, and tasks to appropriate individuals.
Develops relationships with leaders, customers, and others that facilitate open dialogue and trust.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.