Applications Engineer II

Legrand North America, LLC; Canonsburg, Weston (Washington County, CT); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking an Applications Engineer II to join their Data Center Power & Control Division. In this remote role, you will leverage your electrical engineering expertise to provide technical support and solutions for customers in the Northeastern US and Canada. Your responsibilities will include designing system layouts, creating technical documentation, and collaborating with sales teams and certification labs. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects while ensuring customer satisfaction. Join a leader in electrical and digital building infrastructures and help transform spaces with innovative solutions.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K match

Paid time off

Short-term disability benefits

Long-term disability benefits

Paid maternity leave

Paid parental leave

Volunteer time off

Qualifications

• 4+ years in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience with Starline products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to sales and customers in the Northeastern US & Canada.
• Design layouts of busway systems based on customer input.

Skills

Electrical product design

Technical writing

Communication skills

Customer-focused personality

Problem-solving

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Relevant electronics design experience

Internship/co-op experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Description

Ata Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for an Applications Engineer II to join the Data Center Power & Control Division Starline Team. This is a remote position reporting to Canonsburg, PA. The Applications Engineer II provides mid-level engineering expertise and support on the application of Starline products to specific projects and customers in the Northeastern part of the US and Canada. The role is responsible for identifying and providing reliable solutions for all technical issues to assure complete customer satisfaction through all stages of the sales process. The role also establishes and maintains strong relationships throughout the sales cycle. Works under moderate supervision with limited problem-solving responsibility while working under defined guidelines.

What Will You Do?

• Maintain mid-level expertise of product knowledge and application.
• Complete System Layouts; design layouts of busway systems based on customer drawings and input.
• Create product technical documentation (catalog sheets, FAQ’s, Tech Briefs, Reports, installation instructions, etc.).
• Provide technical support to sales and to customers onsite or remotely in the Northeastern US & Canada (and other regions as required) on topics including but not limited to product ratings, compliance with U.S. and foreign codes and standards, safety, functionality, customization, troubleshooting, installation, and pricing.
• Onsite troubleshooting and rework.
• Technical liaison to the sales team.
• Collaboration with certification laboratories such as UL, Intertek (ETL), and international certification agencies.
• Product testing towards certifications and ratings.

Qualifications

Required Skills

Education:

• BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Relevant electronics design experience, either in a professional or academic setting.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in the Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering field.
• Prior experience with Starline products is a plus.
• Relevant internship/co-op experience preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Aptitude for electrical product design and application in power distribution products.
• Familiarity with NEC, UL standards, and various North American certifications.
• Persuasive and articulate, with an ability to communicate and influence people at all levels, verbally, in writing, and by presentation.
• Stable, loyal, and reliable, with a customer-focused personality.
• Self-reliant, flexible, and resourceful.

Personal Qualities/Behaviors:

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, related skills in technical writing and communication.
• Ability to travel up to 25% on a regular basis and 40% occasionally.
• The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where, under certain areas, the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and mandatory hearing protection are required.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally; ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. often.

Company Info

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable.

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.

About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.

Equal Opportunity Employer