Application Engineer - EC Motors

About The Role

WEG is hiring an Application Engineer — EC Motors. The Application Engineer — EC Motors serves as the primary technical and commercial resource for WEG's electronically commutated (EC) motor portfolio, focusing on the W30 Smart EC and W30 Slim Smart EC product lines. This role bridges engineering expertise and market development, working directly with OEM customers, system integrators, distributors, and end users to specify, design-in, and support EC motor solutions across various applications.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical support for EC motor selection, sizing, and integration; generate torque-speed curves, thermal derating analyses, and control interface configurations for customer applications.
• Led technical engagement with OEM equipment manufacturers to secure motor specifications in new product development cycles; manage long-cycle design-in processes for rooftop units, air handlers, commercial refrigeration cases, and pump systems.
• Prepare and deliver detailed technical and commercial proposals; work cross-functionally with product management and factory engineering to address complex customer specifications and performance requirements.
• Conduct product demonstrations, application workshops, and training sessions for customers, distributors, and internal sales staff on EC motor technology, efficiency ratings (IE4–IE6), and integration best practices.
• Identify and develop new application opportunities in target verticals including commercial HVAC, cold chain/refrigeration, poultry ventilation, and industrial fan markets.
• Interpret and apply relevant standards including NEMA MG1, IEC 60034, DOE efficiency regulations, and ASHRAE guidelines; support customers navigating energy efficiency certifications and incentive programs.
• Provide on-site commissioning assistance, troubleshooting, and failure analysis for EC motor installations; coordinate with factory application support teams for escalated technical issues.
• Gather and synthesize customer feedback on product performance and gaps; communicate application trends, competitive intelligence, and product improvement requests to product management.

Education

• B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience

Knowledge/Training

• Working knowledge of NEMA MG1 and IEC motor efficiency standards
• Ability to generate and present technical proposals to engineering and procurement audiences
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills in English
• Familiarity with SAP or equivalent ERP systems (preferred)
• Knowledge of smart building protocols (BACnet, LonWorks) and IoT motor integration (preferred)
• Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Portuguese (preferred)

Experience

• 2+ years of experience with EC/PMAC/BLDC motors or variable-speed drive systems
• 5+ years of experience in rotating electrical equipment in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Experience in HVAC, commercial refrigeration, or data center cooling applications (preferred)
• Experience supporting OEM design-in sales cycles (preferred)

About WEG Electric Corp.

WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world, producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates mainly in the sector of capital goods, offering global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is located in Duluth, GA, with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana, and Missouri, employing over 30,000 people worldwide. Visit our website to learn more: www.weg.net

To Apply:

All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position. Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.