Power Systems Application Engineer

About the role

Caterpillar Switchgear, part of the Electric Power Division, currently has an opening for a Power Systems Applications Engineer located in Alpharetta, Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications, proposals, estimates, and other contract documents to develop submittal packages consisting of drawings and BOMs.
• Interpret customer specifications and drawings and have in-depth dealer/consultant interaction.
• Approve designs for switchgear and generator control systems created by CAD Designers for submission to customer.
• Design protective relaying schemes for switchgear.
• Finalize power envelope designs for medium and low voltage systems.
• Work with consultants and customers to gain production approval on submittal packages.
• Support inside and outside sales team members with technical solutions and guidance.
• Support production engineers for successful transition from submittals to production.
• Present clear detailed designs for production engineers to execute.

Requirements

• Experience in the design of low and medium voltage switchgear.
• Research new part requirements, read manuals and contact vendors to ensure successful implementation.
• Collaborate with customers and leadership to scope and execute projects that meet the needs of the business.
• Participate in partner meetings and provide technical support.
• Participate in the development of new product features and improvements.

Qualifications

• A degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum.
• Analyze and interpret customer specifications and drawings.
• Apply knowledge of electrical engineering principles to solve complex problems.
• Use CAD software to create and modify designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance is offered for this position.
• Sponsorship is NOT approved for this position.

Pay

Pay Range: $97,530.00 - $146,290.00

Schedule

This position requires working onsite five days a week.