Application Engineer

Siemens Mobility; Wendell (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Siemens is seeking an Application Engineer - Utility Power Systems in Wendell, NC to support generator breaker and outdoor distribution breaker solutions across North America. You will engage utilities, EPCs, power producers, and consultants to deliver reliable, safe, and cost-effective medium‑voltage systems.

The role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, MV distribution knowledge, and document review skills, with relocation assistance available and a focus on customer-focused

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in applications engineering, proposal engineering, utility engineering, power systems, project engineering, or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of medium-voltage power distribution systems.
• Experience reviewing one-line diagrams, protection schemes, and project specifications.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage customers and project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical advisor for generator breaker and outdoor distribution breaker applications up to 38kV.
• Partner with utilities, EPC contractors, consultants, and power producers to develop customer-focused technical solutions.
• Review specifications, one-line diagrams, and system requirements to create competitive proposals and system recommendations.
• Lead technical presentations, design reviews, and customer discussions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, manufacturing, and sales teams to deliver differentiated Siemens solutions.
• Support grid modernization projects by helping customers improve reliability, resiliency, and lifecycle performance.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer-facing

Medium-voltage power

Project reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

• Wendell - North Carolina - United States of America

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation!We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

About Smart Infrastructure – Electrification and Automation:

The EA Business Unit’s U.S. headquarters in Wendell, North Carolina, specializes in medium‑voltage power distribution equipment, including primary and secondary switchgear, controllers, contactors, circuit breakers, as well as OEM and replacement/retrofit solutions and services.

We are looking for an Application Engineer. This position will be based in Wendell, NC. Relocation assistance is available.

The electric utility industry is undergoing unprecedented transformation driven by grid modernization, renewable energy integration, electrification, data center growth, and infrastructure investment. Siemens is helping utilities and energy providers build a smarter, more reliable, and resilient grid.

We are looking for an Application Engineer - Utility Power Systems to support our Generator Breaker and Outdoor Distribution Breaker business across North America. In this customer-facing role, you will work with utilities, EPCs, power producers, renewable developers, and consulting engineers to deliver innovative medium-voltage solutions that improve reliability, safety, and performance.

You'll make an impact by:

• Serving as the technical advisor for generator breaker and outdoor distribution breaker applications up to 38kV.
• Partnering with utilities, EPC contractors, consultants, and power producers to develop customer-focused technical solutions.
• Reviewing specifications, one-line diagrams, and system requirements to create competitive proposals and system recommendations.
• Leading technical presentations, design reviews, and customer discussions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborating with engineering, product management, manufacturing, and sales teams to deliver differentiated Siemens solutions.
• Supporting grid modernization projects by helping customers improve reliability, resiliency, and lifecycle performance.

You'll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in applications engineering, proposal engineering, utility engineering, power systems, project engineering, or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of medium-voltage power distribution systems.
• Experience reviewing one-line diagrams, protection schemes, and project specifications.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage customers and project stakeholders.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with medium-voltage switchgear, breakers, transformers, substations, protection and control systems, or SCADA integration.
• Familiarity with IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, NEC, and utility industry standards.
• Experience supporting utility, generation, transmission, or renewable energy projects.
• Previous customer-facing engineering, applications, or proposal experience.
• Knowledge of value engineering and lifecycle optimization concepts.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here .

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $74,970 - $128,520 annually with a target incentive of 5% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Application Deadline
This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice
California residents have the right to receive additional notices about theirpersonal information. To learn more, click here .

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Pay Transparency
Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws.

Application Deadline
This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice
California residents have the right to receive additional notices about theirpersonal information. To learn more, click here .

Criminal History
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered foremployment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.

Wendell , North Carolina , United States of America