Application Engineer II

G&W Electric Co - Woodridge, IL

Full-time

Woodridge, IL

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

G&W Electric, a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions, is seeking an Application Engineer II to join our team. Since our inception in 1905, we have been dedicated to innovating technologies that ensure the safe and reliable delivery of electricity. Our culture emphasizes employee success, fostering an entrepreneurial environment where every team member can thrive. As an Application Engineer II, you will play a crucial role in determining the technical and commercial requirements of applications, selecting appropriate G&W products, and developing accurate cost models for both standard and custom equipment. You will also be responsible for negotiating price levels and lead times, ensuring that all requirements are effectively communicated to G&W's Order Management team for engineering and manufacturing. In this position, you will partner closely with the Sales Team to develop and present customer sales strategies, as well as collaborate with customers and our Engineering team to create custom solutions that meet their specific needs. Managing the commercial and technical aspects of customer interactions will be key, as will building and maintaining strong relationships with internal resources and the Sales Team. You will provide timely and effective verbal and written communication to ensure alignment and clarity across teams. Additionally, you will work with Application Engineering management to enhance department quality, throughput, and reduce scrap and rework, contributing to our commitment to excellence in service and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Fully determine the technical and commercial requirements of the application.
• Select the appropriate G&W product to meet these requirements.
• Develop accurate cost models for both standard and custom equipment.
• Determine and negotiate price levels and lead times.
• Communicate these requirements to G&W's Order Management team for engineering and manufacturing.
• Partner with Sales Team to develop and present customer sales strategies.
• Collaborate with customers and our Engineering team to develop custom solutions that satisfy their needs.
• Manage the commercial and technical aspects of the customer.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with our internal resources and Sales Team.
• Provide timely and effective verbal and written communication to our internal resources and Sales Team.
• Collaborate with Application Engineering management to improve department quality, throughput, and reduce scrap/rework.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a four-year accredited college, with a concentration in Power Engineering highly desired.
• 3 years of experience in an Application Engineering role at G&W Electric.
• 5 years of experience in an Application Engineering role outside G&W.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with switchgear, reclosers, SF6 insulated and dielectric insulated switches.

Benefits

• Engaging work environment that embraces core values and develops talent.
• Challenging opportunities and rewards for excellence.