Application Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of technical experience with a major Power Conversion industry OEM on large water-cooled variable frequency drive systems greater than 10 MW, in complex Industrial or Oil & Gas applications.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed, up to 30% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Power Electronics Engineering, desirable but not mandatory for candidates with the right technical experience.
• Strong track record working with cross-functional teams.
• Well-rounded business acumen, including commercial, technical, and program execution skills.
• Knowledge of power conversion solutions available across industries.
• Strong time management skills.
• Customer-focused mindset and ability to respond quickly to customer needs.
• Strong coordination and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of customer financial drivers and needs.
• Ability to use analytical software and sales tools such as CMS and Excel.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate customer RFP specifications and develop risk-mitigated technical solutions.
• Prepare detailed technical proposals, discuss solutions with customers, and obtain customer sign-off.
• Perform sizing calculations for medium-voltage VFDs, static frequency converters, STATCOMs, and converter transformers based on application requirements.
• Prepare detailed RFQ specifications for equipment including VFDs, SFCs, STATCOMs, motors, converter transformers, E-Houses, MV switchgear, and other eBOPs.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, align technical bids as needed, and perform costing with sourcing counterparts.
• Work with engineering and project teams to identify technical and project risks, develop and implement mitigation plans, present them, and obtain sign-off from the Chief Engineer’s office.
• Present technical product differentiators and value-sell GE Vernova Power Conversion solutions to customers in relevant segments, including test systems, mining, metals, power, and Oil & Gas.
• Support the commercial risk process and all aspects of the Inquiry to Order process.
• Work with third-party industrial partners to enhance growth opportunities and leverage mutually beneficial technology.
• Optimize technical solutions through Design To Cost and improve as-sold margins.
• Support customer meetings and respond to customer needs.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed, up to 30% of the time.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource.
• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and company retirement contributions.
• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Permissive time off.
• Professional development.
• Competitive compensation.
• Bonus eligibility; the U.S.-based position specifies a discretionary annual bonus.