Sr. Applications Engineer - Electrical

About the Role

This position is responsible for performing Electrical engineering work related to the integration of power generation equipment in direct account customer projects within the Project Systems Engineering team. The role requires high levels of client interaction, coordination with product R&D and custom engineering teams within Friedrichshafen and Mankato, and continuous support to the Project Systems Execution team.

Responsibilities

• Manages project design and development for new or existing products.
• Serves as the technical authority over one key direct account, supporting the primary project manager over the same key direct account, and is the primary engineering POC for all RRSA design activities associated with this account.
• Oversees and provides guidance on design and development of generator set control systems, wiring harnesses, electrical diagrams, electronic engine systems, automatic voltage regulators, transformers, heaters, distribution panels, motor controls, protective relays, LV & MV paralleling switchgear, and other electrical aspects of products.
• Verifies and confirms manufacturer's wiring drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, data sheets, and similar drawings for compliance with design specifications.
• Researches and analyzes requirements from various engineering standards, contracts, and proposal documents.
• Ensures engineering calculations and drawings comply with applicable electrical codes, contract requirements, and industry-standard symbology and naming conventions.
• Prepares and finalizes equipment specifications for major electrical equipment.
• Selects effective design concepts and fundamental technology for new products or improvements of existing products.
• Reviews and compares customer specifications against MTU designs and equipment vendor proposals to formally identify compliance, deviations, or exemptions for client review and approval ahead of design freezes.
• Completes work according to standard engineering principles and practices.
• Follows ERP procedures per the company’s quality system.
• Promotes a compliance culture and adheres to the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct.
• Performs special projects as required.

Requirements

• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and 5 years of electrical engineering experience with design, field service, application, sales, or manufacturing engineering; or 9 years of equivalent experience.
• Willingness to travel for business trips up to 30%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent applied knowledge of Diesel and Gas reciprocating engines and AC Power Systems.
• Strong organization, planning, and follow-up skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret general procedures and speak fluent English.
• Entrepreneurial mindset.
• Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with multiple cultures and client types.
• Excellent ability to read and interpret line diagrams, ladder diagrams, and point-to-point diagrams.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently.
• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills at both strategic and functional levels.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD LT, AutoCAD Electrical, and programming (Programmable Logic Devices).
• Experience with MS Office, SAP, Windchill, and service/test environments.
• OSHA30 certificate.

Pay

$90,985 - $147,850 annually.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package, including base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.
• Health, dental, vision, disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Flexible spending account and health savings account.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off, holidays, and parental/family care leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Long-term incentive plan.

Location

Mankato, MN