Senior Application Engineer

Emerson • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Appleton provides rugged electrical products and industrial lighting solutions designed for hazardous and demanding environments, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance in industries like oil and gas, chemical, mining, and manufacturing. For over a century, Appleton has been a trusted name in industrial electrical solutions. Come grow with our Houston team as we continue to craft innovative, engineered ‑ to ‑ order solutions for our clients. The Application Engineer is a critical role in the application and design of our products to deliver engineered to order solutions to our customers. These solutions will focus on industrial low voltage power distribution and control, lighting, and heat trace applications. Your resourcefulness and problem-solving abilities will drive exceptional solutions for our customers. Your proactive attitude will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve quality and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant engineering experience
• Minimum of 5 years related experience
• Practical electrical engineering experience with low voltage power systems
• Advanced skills in CAD tools (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Creo, EPLAN, or similar 3D software)
• Ability to interpret technical documents and provide application support
• Mentor junior team members on technical issues and design principles
• Hands-on testing experience using electrical measurement tools
• Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and international electrical standards
• Excellent communication and project management abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Legal Authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Nice To Haves

• Introductory experience with hazardous area applications, including control systems, instrumentation, and low voltage power distribution
• Knowledge of hazardous location classifications, protection methods (Ex d, Ex e, Ex i), and global standards (NEC, IEC, API)
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with strong teamwork skills
• Familiarity with electrical power distribution and control equipment
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational abilities and ability to manage tasks and projects effectively

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technical competence in electrical design principles through both theoretical knowledge and practical application
• Craft solutions that meet customer needs using Appleton’s engineered product portfolio
• Read and interpret schematics, elevation drawings, technical drawings and datasheets
• Develop, review and approve technical drawings and documentation packages
• Perform simple to intermediate electrical calculations, simulations, and risk assessments
• Serve as the technical expert to support our cross-function teams: sales, marketing, and operations
• Ensure projects and builds are in compliance with electrical codes and our product certifications
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, product management, R&D, and operations to develop application solutions, support business development, and align with customer needs
• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and execution to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery

Benefits

• We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
• Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
• At Emerson, we are committed to encouraging a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their outstanding experiences and perspectives.
• Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership.
• We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees