Senior Application Engineer

Position Overview

TS Conductor is seeking a Senior Application Engineer to support the application of our advanced overhead conductor technology in transmission and distribution projects. This role serves as the technical bridge between TS Conductor, utilities, transmission engineers, consultants, EPCs, and customers.

Essential Functions

• Provide technical application support for TS Conductor products on transmission and distribution projects.
• Review transmission line designs, specifications, loading conditions, clearances, structures, and conductor requirements.
• Perform or support conductor evaluations including ampacity, sag-tension, thermal performance, mechanical loading, clearances, and reconductoring applications.
• Help customers understand the technical and economic benefits of TS Conductor compared with conventional and other advanced conductors.
• Work closely with utilities, EPC firms, engineering consultants, and internal Sales and Engineering teams during project development.
• Review customer specifications and identify opportunities to incorporate TS Conductor into new-build and reconductoring projects.
• Support technical presentations, customer meetings, engineering studies, proposals, and field/application questions.
• Translate customer transmission-system requirements into actionable recommendations for TS Conductor's engineering and commercial teams.
• Conduct and support on-site conductor installation training, field demonstrations, and technical training for utilities, contractors, EPCs, and other customers.
• Provide field engineering support during conductor installation and help address application and installation-related technical questions.
• Develop and maintain technical product catalogues, application guides, application notes, technical bulletins, and other customer-facing engineering documentation.
• Represent TS Conductor on relevant industry standards committees and technical working groups, including organizations such as IEEE, ASTM, ANSI, IEC, and CIGRE, as appropriate.
• Work with internal engineering and R&D teams to translate field and customer feedback into product and application improvements.
• Follow company rules and guidelines.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Technical Knowledge: Familiar with Transmission and Distribution T&D industry. Familiar with basic power engineering concepts: AC, DC power transmission, power factor, phase angle, voltage transmission efficiency, sag tension analysis and theoretical understanding of material’s stress strain relationship. Thermal rating and material science understanding of heat capacity, current heating and thermal exchange forms: solar radiation heating, convection heat loss etc. Engineers should have a solid foundation in the relevant engineering principles and concepts related to their field. They should be familiar with engineering tools, software, and technologies commonly used in their industry.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Engineers should have strong analytical skills to analyze complex problems and propose effective solutions. They should be able to break down problems into smaller components, conduct research, gather data, and apply critical thinking to identify the root causes and develop innovative approaches to problem-solving.
• Attention to Detail: Engineers must pay close attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in their work. They should be meticulous in following engineering standards, specifications, and documentation requirements.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication is crucial for engineers to collaborate with team members, understand project requirements, and present their ideas or findings. They should be able to convey technical and design information clearly, both verbally and in writing.

Requirements / Training And Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience supporting overhead transmission or distribution projects.
• Strong understanding of overhead conductor applications and transmission line design principles.
• Experience with utilities, transmission engineering firms, EPCs, or conductor/manufacturer application engineering preferred.
• Familiarity with transmission line design and analysis tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, SAG10, or similar software is highly desirable.
• Experience with conductor installation practices, stringing procedures, hardware, sagging, and field support is desirable.
• Experience developing engineering reports, technical specifications, application guides, or product documentation is preferred.
• Experience participating in industry standards committees or technical working groups is desirable.
• Strong customer-facing communication skills with the ability to explain complex engineering concepts in practical business terms.
• Ability and willingness to travel to customer sites, project locations, industry meetings, and field installations.
• Bachelor's degree required. BS, in aerospace, material science, mechanical or power engineering is preferred. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and PLS-CADD software is a plus.
• Able to maintain a professional, positive attitude.
• Must be able to successfully pass e-Verify background check.

Additional Consideration

• Additional consideration will be given to candidates with testing experience, particularly in overhead conductors, transmission line components, mechanical testing, electrical testing, thermal testing, qualification testing, or laboratory/field validation programs.

Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate combines transmission engineering knowledge with a customer-focused application mindset. We are looking for someone who can understand how a transmission engineer designs a line without needing to own the customer's complete transmission line design.
• The successful candidate should be equally comfortable reviewing a PLS-CADD study, discussing conductor selection with a utility engineer, supporting an installation crew in the field, developing an application note, participating in a conductor qualification test, and representing TS Conductor in an industry technical committee.

Work Environment

• The Senior Application Design Engineer position works primarily in an office environment.
• Occupational health and safety practices are essential in manufacturing environments, and all employees are expected to adhere to safety protocols and wear appropriate protective equipment when necessary.