Lead Solutions Engineer

Spectraforce Technologies; Carrollton (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking a Lead Solutions Engineer to support strategic growth initiatives across Data Centers, Energy Storage Systems (ESS), Microgrids, Industrial, OEM, and Utility markets. This highly visible, customer-facing engineering role bridges sales, engineering, product management, and end users.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in electrical systems, commercial experience, and the ability to translate customer challenges into scalable technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience supporting electrical systems, power systems, or utility infrastructure.
• Experience in application engineering or customer-facing engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of electrical power system design and applications.
• Experience supporting product development, commercialization, and customer adoption.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert supporting customers, sales teams, distributors, contractors, engineers, EPCs, and project owners.
• Translate customer requirements and technical challenges into engineered solutions utilizing company products and services.
• Drive specification efforts for existing and emerging markets.
• Lead technical discussions and presentations around new products, solutions, and service offerings.
• Develop innovative service solutions that address customer needs while balancing cost, scalability, and value.
• Partner with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, and Sales teams to enhance offerings and improve customer outcomes.
• Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, system designs, and installation requirements.
• Support troubleshooting efforts and provide technical guidance throughout the customer lifecycle.
• Represent company as a technical thought leader through webinars, whitepapers, presentations, videos, and industry events.
• Participate in codes and standards activities and influence specification adoption within target markets.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Lead Solutions Engineer

Location: Remote with Up to 50% | Carrollton, GA (Headquarters)

Travel: Up to 50%

Experience: 8-11+ Years

Overview

Our client is seeking a Lead Solutions Engineer to support strategic growth initiatives across Data Centers, Energy Storage Systems (ESS), Microgrids, Industrial, OEM, and Utility markets. This is a highly visible, customer-facing engineering role that bridges the gap between sales, engineering, product management, and end users.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in electrical systems, commercial experience, and the ability to translate customer challenges into scalable technical solutions. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to customers while helping drive product adoption, specifications, and market growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert supporting customers, sales teams, distributors, contractors, engineers, EPCs, and project owners.
• Translate customer requirements and technical challenges into engineered solutions utilizing company products and services.
• Drive specification efforts for existing and emerging markets.
• Lead technical discussions and presentations around new products, solutions, and service offerings.
• Develop innovative service solutions that address customer needs while balancing cost, scalability, and value.
• Partner with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, and Sales teams to enhance offerings and improve customer outcomes.
• Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, system designs, and installation requirements.
• Support troubleshooting efforts and provide technical guidance throughout the customer lifecycle.
• Represent company as a technical thought leader through webinars, whitepapers, presentations, videos, and industry events.
• Participate in codes and standards activities and influence specification adoption within target markets.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience supporting electrical systems, power systems, utility infrastructure, manufacturing, or wire and cable applications.
• Experience in application engineering, product engineering, technical consulting, or customer-facing engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of electrical power system design and applications.
• Experience supporting product development, commercialization, and customer adoption initiatives.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 12+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience supporting:
  • Data Centers
  • Energy Storage Systems (ESS)
  • Microgrids
  • Utility Infrastructure
• Knowledge of Digital Twin technologies.
• Strong understanding of industry codes and standards including:
  • NEC
  • IEEE
  • UL
  • NEMA
  • ASTM
  • CSA
  • ICEA

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Solutions Engineer, Application Engineer, Product Engineer, Sales Engineer, or Technical Consultant with a strong electrical systems background.
• Experience supporting customers through solution design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Comfortable leading technical discussions with engineers, contractors, utilities, and executive stakeholders.
• Able to bridge technical engineering concepts with commercial and business objectives.
• Prior exposure to power distribution, utility systems, data centers, energy infrastructure, or electrical products preferred.