Application Engineer - EC Motors

Weg industrias de Venezuela, c.a.; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp. in the United States is seeking an Application Engineer for EC Motors to bridge engineering and market development. You will work with OEMs, distributors, and end users to specify, design-in, and support EC motor solutions across HVAC, refrigeration, data center cooling, and industrial fans.

The role requires hands-on technical ability, strong English communication, and travel up to 10%. This position offers growth within a global leader in electric motors and related systems.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of NEMA MG1 and IEC motor efficiency standards.
• Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.
• Familiarity with SAP or ERP systems (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical support for EC motor selection, sizing, and integration; generate torque-speed curves and thermal derating analyses.
• Lead technical engagement with OEM equipment manufacturers to secure motor specifications in new product development cycles.
• Prepare and deliver detailed technical and commercial proposals; work with product management and factory engineering.
• Conduct product demonstrations, workshops, and training on EC motor technology and efficiency ratings.
• Identify and develop new application opportunities in target verticals including HVAC, refrigeration, and industrial fans.
• Coordinate with factory application support teams for escalated technical issues.

Skills

Electrical motor knowledge

Technical communication in English

Bilingual English/Spanish

Travel willingness

Rotating electrical equipment know-how

ERP familiarity

Education

B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Office

SAP ERP

Job description

Career Opportunities with WEG - A First Class Company!

Founded in 1961, WEG is recognized as one of the largest electric machine manufacturers in the world. WEG employs over 47,000 people around the globe and offers a diversified and integrated product line, with sales to more than 135 countries worldwide. Our U.S. operations are growing at an impressive rate and we're looking for talented individuals to help us move forward with this aggressive growth plan. WEG offers competitive compensation, challenging and exciting career options, as well as great benefits, including paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and disability.

A Note About Applying at WEG

Over the past several years, WEG has grown through the acquisition of several industry-leading companies. While all roles are part of the WEG organization, hiring is currently managed through separate systems aligned to each business.

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WEG is hiring an Application Engineer — EC Motors.

The Application Engineer — EC Motors serves as the primary technical and commercial resource for WEG's electronically commutated (EC) motor portfolio, with a focus on the W30 Smart EC and W30 Slim Smart EC product lines. This role bridges engineering expertise and market development, working directly with OEM customers, system integrators, distributors, and end users to specify, design-in, and support EC motor solutions across HVAC, commercial refrigeration, data center cooling, agricultural ventilation, and industrial fan applications.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on technical support for EC motor selection, sizing, and integration; generate torque-speed curves, thermal derating analyses, and control interface configurations for customer applications.
• Lead technical engagement with OEM equipment manufacturers to secure motor specifications in new product development cycles; manage long-cycle design-in processes for rooftop units, air handlers, commercial refrigeration cases, and pump systems.
• Prepare and deliver detailed technical and commercial proposals; work cross-functionally with product management and factory engineering to address complex customer specifications and performance requirements.
• Conduct product demonstrations, application workshops, and training sessions for customers, distributors, and internal sales staff on EC motor technology, efficiency ratings (IE4–IE6), and integration best practices.
• Identify and develop new application opportunities in target verticals including commercial HVAC, cold chain/refrigeration, poultry ventilation, and industrial fan markets.
• Interpret and apply relevant standards including NEMA MG1, IEC 60034, DOE efficiency regulations, and ASHRAE guidelines; support customers navigating energy efficiency certifications and incentive programs.
• Provide on-site commissioning assistance, troubleshooting, and failure analysis for EC motor installations; coordinate with factory application support teams for escalated technical issues.
• Gather and synthesize customer feedback on product performance and gaps; communicate application trends, competitive intelligence, and product improvement requests to product management.

Education:

• B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience

Knowledge/Training:

• Working knowledge of NEMA MG1 and IEC motor efficiency standards
• Ability to generate and present technical proposals to engineering and procurement audiences
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills in English
• Familiarity with SAP or equivalent ERP systems (preferred)
• Knowledge of smart building protocols (BACnet, LonWorks) and IoT motor integration (preferred)
• Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Portuguese (preferred)
• Willingness to travel up to 10%

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience with EC/PMAC/BLDC motors or variable-speed drive systems
• Experience with motor control interfaces ? [See Flag #1]
• 5+ years of experience in rotating electrical equipment in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Experience in HVAC, commercial refrigeration, or data center cooling applications (preferred)

About WEG Electric Corp.

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

We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and 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, or other protected status.

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