Application Engineer PCS

About the position

Wärtsilä Energy Storage & Optimization (ES&O) is the leading global energy storage optimizer. Our mission is to deliver integrated energy solutions that build a resilient, intelligent, and flexible energy infrastructure - unlocking the way to an optimized renewable future. By integrating renewables, energy management technology, and storage with traditional energy resources, we reinvent clean energy production from the largest and most complex grids to the most remote and essential microgrids. We play a key role in Wärtsilä's vision towards a 100% renewable energy future through flexibility, reliability, and integration and a more sustainable world for us all. We are looking for an Application Engineer with a main responsibility in Power Conversion Systems (PCS). The location for this position is Herndon, VA. This position will follow a hybrid work model. If relocation is required, Wärtsilä will offer comprehensive relocation assistance.

Responsibilities

• Be the interface between Hardware engineering and Product management, sales engineering/delivery in the expertise area.
• Assist in the development of new suppliers and products together with Hardware engineering and software engineering.
• Provide support to the sales and proposals teams as well as the delivery and service team.
• Assist the Delivery team with inspections, troubleshooting, and other expert tasks at suppliers and in the field if needed.
• Develop product technical documentation, including application notes and input to product manuals.
• Provide customer feedback and market requirements to the PM organization for further product development and portfolio management.

Requirements

• B.sc. or M.sc. degree in Electrical or Power electronics engineering or similar field of study.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• 3-5 years of experience in Energy storage / Renewable energy field.
• Experience in Quality control and Manufacturing Power electronics is considered valuable.
• Newly graduates may also be considered based on their respective merits.
• Solving customer's needs and issues.
• Maintain positive working relationships with customers, peers, subordinates, vendors, shop and office in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player attitude internally and externally.
• Willing to travel up to 40% of the time.

Benefits

• Comprehensive relocation assistance if required.
• Personal and professional development opportunities in a dynamic working environment.
• Being part of a global organization with local presence.
• Working with highly motivated and skilled co-workers.