Power Solution Architect - Central Region USA

Industrial Electric Manufacturing; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IEM's Power Solutions Architect role in the Central USA region is a strategic technical leader within the Application Engineering group. The architect designs and optimizes electrical power delivery systems for industrial, data center, and enterprise applications, bridging engineering and commercial teams.

As a key collaborator, you will drive innovation, support digital transformation, and mentor teams to scale technical capabilities across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• MS degree or PE license preferred.
• 5+ years in power system architecture.
• Experience with UL/IEEE standards and industry practices.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Microgrid applications experience beneficial.
• Power equipment sales or customer collaboration experience.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Sales Support: Partner with Sales in the assigned region to provide technical expertise during business development and proposal efforts.
• System Architecture & Design: Develop scalable, standards-compliant power system architectures meeting performance and reliability goals.
• Product & Technology Collaboration: Evaluate components and recommend design optimizations and alternatives.
• Cross-Functional Engagement: Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and thermal teams and refine solutions from feedback.
• Thought Leadership & Enablement: Represent IEM at industry events and mentor teams to scale expertise.
• Strategic Impact: Influence technical and commercial strategies to differentiate IEM solutions.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

MS degree or PE license preferred

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

Location:

US Central - Remote

Reports To:

Power Solutions Architect Manager

Position Summary:

The Power Solution Architect – Central Region USA is a strategic technical leader within IEM’s Application Engineering group. This role focuses on designing and optimizing electrical power delivery systems across industrial, data center, and enterprise applications. Acting as a bridge between engineering and commercial teams, the architect drives innovation, supports digital transformation, and enhances technical capabilities across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-Sales Support

  • Partner with Sales across the assigned region (Arkansas (AR), Illinois (IL), Iowa (IA), Kansas (KS), Louisiana (LA), Minnesota (MN), Missouri (MO), Nebraska (NE), North Dakota (ND), Oklahoma (OK), South Dakota (SD), Texas (TX), or Wisconsin (WI)) to provide technical expertise during business development and proposal efforts.
• • Interpret project specifications and guide estimation and design teams.
  • Contribute to RFI/RFP responses and technical documentation.

• System Architecture & Design

  • Develop scalable, standards-compliant power system architectures.
  • Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and operational goals.

• Product & Technology Collaboration

  • Evaluate and select components based on technical and commercial criteria.
  • Recommend design optimizations and alternative solutions.

• Cross-Functional Engagement

  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and thermal engineering teams.
  • Refine solutions based on customer and stakeholder feedback.

• Thought Leadership & Enablement

  • Represent IEM at industry events and promote technical solutions.
  • Mentor teams and support training initiatives to scale expertise.

• Strategic Impact

  • Influence technical and commercial strategies to differentiate IEM solutions.
  • Advocate for technology integration and digital transformation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required; Master’s degree or PE license preferred.
• Experience working with electrical power-distribution OEM equipment.
• 5+ years in power system architecture
• Expertise in UL, IEEE standards and industry practices
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Microgrid applications
• Power equipment sales or commercial collaboration
• Innovation leadership and vendor engagement

Workplace Conditions

• Open to candidates located in the United States
• Remote position
• Travel is required

Why Join IEM

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and long‑term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers

Non-Discrimination Statement

IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.