Applications Engineer - Skidded MV Transformers for Solar

VanTran Industries, Inc.; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Forgent Power is seeking an Applications Engineer to support skidded liquid-filled MV transformers, switchgear cabinets and inverters for solar and energy storage. You will interface with customers to understand needs, generate quotes, and drive revenue growth while ensuring manufacturability and cost targets.

The role requires mechanical design expertise, collaboration with sales, product management, design engineering, and customers to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions and compliant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of professional experience in application or mechanical design engineering, preferably with mechanical integration of electrical equipment.
• Experience in the solar or energy storage industries is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical design principles and design for manufacturability.
• Familiarity with mechanical systems and pre-configured/skidded electromechanical assemblies.
• Proficiency in Mechanical design software and tools – SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD; FEA modeling a plus.
• Electrical, Control systems and/or data acquisition & field monitoring proficiency a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource on the mechanical integration and optimization of skidded transformers, switchgear cabinets and inverters for solar and energy storage applications.
• Provide technical guidance on product selection, specifications, and customization to meet customer requirements.
• Analyze technical problems and recommend solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design

Skidded assemblies

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

FEA modeling

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

PE license (preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Forgent Power is seeking an Applications Engineer to support skidded liquid-filled MV transformers, switchgear cabinets and inverters for solar and energy storage. You will interface with customers to understand needs, generate quotes, and drive revenue growth while ensuring manufacturability and cost targets.

The role requires mechanical design expertise, collaboration with sales, product management, design engineering, and customers to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions and compliant