(Eplan) Application Engineer - Energy & Power

Rittal; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Rittal is seeking a Senior Business Development Executive to lead pre-sales and implementation of EPLAN solutions in the electrical and automation engineering sectors. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in utilities and renewable energy. Responsibilities include customer demonstrations, onboarding teams, and enhancing brand awareness through presentations and trade shows. The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a willingness to travel about 50%.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in electric utilities, switchgear, substation design, or renewable energy.
• 3+ years using CAE tools for electrical panel or substation design.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.
• Experience with system integration, manufacturing, and electrical utilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with company resources to maximize opportunities.
• Provide solution demonstrations and presentations.
• Develop customers through onsite coaching and consultations.
• Implement Eplan software platform at customer sites.
• Build portfolio of prospects through identification and coaching.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Electric utilities

Switchgear design

Renewable energy

CAE tools for design

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Windows Server

Microsoft Office

Job description

Efficient Engineering is when a PLAN becomes EPLAN

EPLAN Software & Services LLC provides software and service solutions in the fields of electrical, automation, and mechatronics engineering. The company develops one of the world’s leading design software solutions for machine and panel builders. We continually evolve the business with help from our Marketing, Sales, and Professional Services Teams as we grow our presence in the North American Markets. As we continue to grow and navigate the dynamic landscape of technology, we are now seeking an individual who shares our passion for innovation and customer enablement – a charismatic, entrepreneurial, and visionary Senior Business Development Executive with a proven track record working within the Industrial Automation space.

Compensation: $95,000 - $125,000 + performance based bonus

The EPLAN Application Engineer – Energy & Power will work with the Professional Services members nationwide to provide engineering solutions. Our platform infuses efficiency through a diverse portfolio of software products for over 73,000 customers worldwide. The position will elevate our brand and build industry knowledge for our pre‑sales activities.

Additionally, the Consultant (Energy and Power) will provide expertise in electrical utilities, substations, and alternative energy solutions (such as wind, solar, and nuclear). These skills will provide the foundations towards growing EPLAN as the electrical engineering solution of choice.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with company resources to maximize our opportunities during pre‑sale activities.
• Provide customer and prospect solution demonstrations and presentations at commercial and industrial sites.
• Develop new and old customers through onsite coaching and consultations to highlight EPLAN products.
• Implement Eplan software platform at customer sites, onboard / train the engineering teams and guide the customer through the implementation phase.
• Build your portfolio of prospects and customer development through identification, coaching and analysis.
• Present at trade shows and local markets to help increase brand awareness of the potential EPLAN has to offer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• 3+ years in electric utilities, switchgear, substation design, or renewable energy.
• 3+ years using CAE tools for electrical panel or substation design.
• Inquisitive, honest, and solves difficult problems. Take the opportunity to connect/promote/sell ideas, products, and services that demonstrate your knowledge.
• Experience with system integration, manufacturing, and electrical utilities preferred.
• IT and application skills, including network solutions, Windows Server, Windows OS, and Microsoft Office solutions.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.
• Strong communication, networking and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen with ability to influence at the various levels of the organization.
• Strong team worker with interfaces to regional sales and vertical market management.

Additional Information

We will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be authorized to work on an unrestricted basis. Hours: M-F. Must reside within the US and be willing to travel approximately 50%.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399‑0500.

This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets.