Powell · 1 month ago
Applications Engineer Corporate Sales
8550 Mosley Road, Houston, TX, 77075, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expPowell is a company that specializes in providing electrical distribution solutions. They are seeking an Applications Engineer to assess project costs and resources, analyze specifications, and collaborate with stakeholders to prepare accurate proposals for various projects.
Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Independently review customer supplied specifications to assess feasibility of Powell manufacture or supply
Read and interpret electrical drawings to include single-lines, three-lines, elevations, control schematics, site plans and electrical enclosure layouts
Translate conceptual customer designs into a meaningful proposal
Generate accurate proposals based on the review and interpretation of customer-supplied documentation
Write effective comments to help define Powell’s offering
Optimize the proposed solution to best benefit Powell and our customer
Perform competitive evaluation of sub vendor proposals used to complete the overall Powell offering
Assess risk associated with sub-vendor offering
Interact with other Powell divisions to develop cross business solutions
Requires regular supervision
Work may be checked by more senior team members
Project responsibilities will be simple to average
Participate in sales and marketing activities to include client meetings and conferences
Participate in executing cost out initiatives in conjunction with Engineering and Operations
Prepare detailed, accurate and cost competitive proposals - 95%
Participate in external customer facing activities – 5%
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
0-2+ years of experience in electrical distribution equipment estimating, or related field
Build and maintain a working knowledge of electrical theory and applicable industry standards including IEEE/ANSI, NEC, IBC and NFPA
Familiarity with low & medium voltage distribution equipment ratings and design
Familiarity with DC systems, UPS systems, HVAC and pressurization
Familiarity with interconnect, conduit and cable schedules
Ability to read and interpret electrical specifications
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings to include single lines, three lines, schematics and wiring diagrams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Customer Oriented
Able to manage multiple priorities
Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans in order to meet deadlines
Problem Solving: Gathers and analyzes information using inquisitive mind, using strong logical, methodical and systematic skills
Work independently with little or no supervision
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Visio / Auto CAD / Inventor
Microsoft Office Suite
Company
Powell
Powell is hiring! - Powell is dedicated to improving people’s lives by providing reliable power distribution systems in every market we serve.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Metcalf
EVP and CFO at Powell Industries
Milburn Honeycutt
VP Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer
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