Application Engineer - Drives (LV)

WEG Electric Corp.; Duluth (GA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

WEG Electric Corp. is seeking an Application Engineer I in Duluth, GA to manage engineered and standard LV drives and soft starters quotations from RFQ to close.

The role supports inside and outside sales with pre-sale technical inquiries on LV VFDs and soft starters. You will collaborate with field sales and customers, review RFQs and specifications, and prepare accurate technical and commercial quotations while following pricing guidelines.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or 1 year of relevant experience
• Experience with customer quotations and technical proposals
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficient with MS Office

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with field sales, customers, and facilities during quotation process.
• Review RFQs, specs, emails, and customer requirements.
• Develop understanding of customer applications and market needs.
• Lead quotation opportunities from initial review to final submission.
• Prepare technical and commercial quotations for products.
• Provide support to Project Coordinators and Project Managers as needed

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Verbal communication

Written communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Herramientas

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Descripción del empleo

About WEG Electric Corp.

WEG Electric Corp. is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the world's largest electric motor manufacturers, producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates mainly in the capital goods sector, with five main businesses: Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings, and Transmission & Distribution, providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is in Duluth, GA, with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana, and Missouri, and over 30,000 employees worldwide.

About the Role

The Application Engineer I is responsible and accountable for the Engineered and Standard enclosed LV Drives and Soft Starters panel negotiation process from inception of the Request for Quotation (RFQ) to negotiation close out.

This position is also responsible to support inside sales and outside sales Team with any pre-sale technical inquiries in regard to LV VFD and Soft starters.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively with field sales teams, customers, and manufacturing facilities throughout the quotation process.
• Review and evaluate RFQs, specifications, emails, and customer requirements.
• Develop a strong understanding of customer applications, OEM requirements, and market needs.
• Lead quotation opportunities and own the process from initial review through final submission.
• Gather critical project and customer information to determine the most effective quotation strategy.
• Prepare accurate technical and commercial quotations for WEG products and solutions.
• Follow established pricing guidelines while identifying opportunities that may require alternative pricing strategies.
• Communicate with customers and sales teams to obtain feedback and clarify requirements.
• Review purchase orders as needed and support order processing activities.
• Generate order entry documentation and maintain accurate project records.
• Organize and manage quotation and order documentation, both electronically and in hard copy when required.
• Provide technical and commercial support to Project Coordinators and Project Managers as needed.
• Stay informed on industry trends through research, publications, conferences, and customer site visits.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field; OR a minimum of 1 year of relevant industry experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience & Knowledge

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant Application Engineering experience within the electric machines industry or a related industrial market is required.
• Experience supporting customer quotations, technical proposals, and commercial negotiations.
• Exposure to OEM, utility, industrial, or power generation applications is a plus.
• Experience supporting application engineering activities within the electric machines, motors, or related industrial equipment industry.
• Technical knowledge of electrical machines and their applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package.

Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran status, or other protected status.

Visit our website to learn more: www.weg.net