Project Application Engineer - Abilene TX

Wyoming Machinery Company•El Paso, TX

65d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Application Engineer will support the various engineering and technical projects as well as selling objectives of Wyoming Machinery Company Energy Solutions (Energy Solutions) through direction and coordination by the Energy Solutions Engineering Manager. This role includes local project engineering and management, as well as application engineering. Responsibilities may include design, technical support, project controls, project management, construction support, power system pricing and ordering, coordinating, and selling. The engineer will manage/engineer projects of limited exposure to the company using appropriate resources from Energy Solutions, Caterpillar, and other vendor affiliates. Job placement will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities, including prior experience, in accordance with specific guidelines for Project Application Engineer I, II, and III.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering Discipline, from an accredited 4-year college or university.
Basic understanding of how engines, generators, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and PV Solar are used in Power Systems applications.
Excellent understanding of the use of computer software programs, such as, Microsoft Office, AutoDesk, and other drafting products.
Ability to work effectively with others, both inside and outside the company.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
Basic public speaking skills.
Advanced computer skills.
Able to organize time and priorities.
Self-motivated.
Must have a valid driver’s license (driving record must meet company insurance standards and is reviewed annually).

Nice To Haves

Minimum 3 years of experience in power systems design, management or sales (for Level II).
Additional certificates or endorsements from applicable training related to project management, application engineering, and power generation are preferred.
Extensive technical knowledge of power systems (engine, generator and electrical systems), preferably Caterpillar, technical design and process management are required (for Level II).
Serve as the primary Project Manager / Engineer for projects in which Energy Solutions functions as the General Contractor or EPC (Engineering Procurement Construction) Contractor (for Level II).
Demonstrated history of leadership progression and professional responsibilities as it relates to project oversight (for Level III).
Responsible for leading multidisciplinary project teams (for Level III).
Minimum 6 years of experience in power systems design, project management, or sales (for Level III).
Advanced understanding of the use of computer software programs, such as, Microsoft, AutoDesk, SKM, PSCAD, CADWorx, or other drafting and design products in a professional setting (for Level III).
Specific experience creating and managing projects, including schedules, budgets, submittals, etc. using project management software such as Procore, along with programs like Microsoft Project or Primavera P6, are expected (for Level III).
An understanding of relevant Power Generation EPC Project Codes, Standards, and Processes is also an expectation for a Level III candidate.
Experience in power systems design, project management or sales are preferred.
A thorough knowledge of power systems (engine, generator and electrical systems), preferably Caterpillar, technical design and process management is preferred.
Experience with Procore or other construction and project management software / tools is preferred.
A Professional Engineering (PE) License is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Support engineering and technical projects and selling objectives.
Perform local project engineering and management.
Provide application engineering support.
Engage in design, technical support, project controls, project management, and construction support.
Handle power system pricing and ordering, coordinating, and selling.
Manage and engineer projects using provided resources.
Learn and understand the installation and application of various equipment and systems provided, installed, and maintained by Energy Solutions.
Follow the System Engineering Guide for each Project to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Communicate effectively with engineers, internal procurement, construction, and commissioning team members, contractors, customers, and end-users.
Assist and collaborate in the development and management of project schedules.
Perform engineering tasks as required and assigned.
Review customer specifications and allocated requirements by reviewing design drawings, submittals, calculations, component integration, and job site details.
Construct production work orders for projects requiring WMC – PSD fabrication, assembly, and installation services.
Review on-going production progress for accuracy and quality.
Coordinate internal meetings, as well as meetings with clients and vendors.
Source, purchase, and expedite major components and accessories within project forecasted budgets.
Track project costs throughout the life of the project to ensure budgets are met.
Assist in producing a project cost summary upon completion.
Review customer specifications against sales quotations to identify discrepancies, exceptions, clarifications, and/or special notes.
Create submittals for customer approval prior to final order placement.
Generate necessary equipment drawings for submittals and production.
Provide sizing calculations for all equipment and their respective component integration.
Build Operation and Maintenance (O & M) Manuals including as-built information.
Keep track of all information regarding projects using required software.
Report project progress and current phase to the Power Systems Engineering Manager.
Work on other engineering projects throughout WMC as designated by the Energy Solutions Engineering Manager.
Coordinate advertising, promotion, and marketing activities with various entities in the Company and with Caterpillar.