Trystar · 21 hours ago
Principal Applications Engineer – Power Systems
Burnsville, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
10+ years expTrystar is at the forefront of advancing power solutions, and they are seeking a Principal Applications Engineer who thrives in a customer-facing role. This position will serve as the primary technical liaison between Trystar and its customers, providing guidance throughout the design-in process and assisting with post-sale support to ensure customer success.
Electrical DistributionElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Study customer needs and problem statements, collaborating with the Sales and Marketing teams, and other stakeholders, to provide maximum value
Architect power system solutions and provide technical review and design guidance to support the designs & proposals; electrical designs, panel layouts, conceptional sketches, and single-line diagrams to fit customer needs and site constraints
Identify key electrical components and subsystems, including Trystar components, PLCs, contactors, etc
Advise on applicable electrical codes and their impact on a solution
Evaluate heat dissipation and short-circuit current/electrical protection coordination
Provide general help to customers requiring technical assistance with our products
Author white papers, design notes, application notes, and blog posts
Attend trade shows to support our booth, meet with prospects and customers, and present on technical topics supporting Trystar’s business
Stay current on industry trends, product applications, market activities, and competitive trends, and contribute to translating such trends into strategic roadmaps and projects in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and R&D
Serve on committees supporting pertinent product certifications and standards
Provide market and customer feedback for product improvements and new product development
Develop market and competitive environment expertise and participate in new product definition and planning
Engage in and lead continuous improvement initiatives throughout a customer’s journey
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
10+ years of experience in the power distribution/generation industry or electrical sector
3+ years of experience in Applications Engineering Role
Deep understanding of power distribution systems including low and medium voltage applications
Firsthand experience with high-power distribution equipment and system design
Strong knowledge of power electronics, protection systems, and grid integration
Strong customer-facing skills with experience in pre-sales and post-sales technical support
Ability to lead technical discussions and present solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., IEEE, IEC, NEC, UL)
Travel Requirement: Up to 50%
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification is a plus
Experience with renewable energy systems and distributed energy resources (DERs)
Proven ability to architect and implement complex power distribution solutions
Experience in developing application notes, reference designs, and technical documentation
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams including product management, R&D, and field engineering
Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to influence strategic plans and product roadmaps based on customer feedback and market trends
Ability to quickly establish rapport and develop win/win, value-based solutions
Company
Trystar
Trystar is a design and manufactures our products to meet the industry.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-07-16Acquired
Leadership Team
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AJ Smith
Chief Executive Officer
P
Pamela Dahl
Co-Founder
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