Applications Engineer - Electrical & Switchgear

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IEM (Industrial Electric Mfg.) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom electrical distribution and power quality equipment in North America. For over half a century, IEM has delivered customer-specific solutions to meet the evolving power requirements of growth industries across the continent. This role offers an exciting opportunity within an innovative and growing company.

PURPOSE OF POSITION :

As an Applications Engineer, you will provide engineering support to our sales and design teams, focusing on three-phase power, automation, and communication within low and medium voltage switchgear. You’ll apply high-level engineering concepts to solve real-world challenges and help shape custom solutions for our clients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Provide pre-order engineering support, including preliminary drawings, communication diagrams, sequences of operation, and bills of materials.
• Collaborate with design engineering, mechanical, and production teams to develop innovative solutions for unique applications.
• Review customer plans, specifications, and scope of work to ensure alignment with product offerings and completeness before hand-off to design engineering.
• Offer technical input to product development teams regarding new products or enhancements to existing ones.
• Assist in building a library of standard design details, tools, and CAD resources for repeatable applications.
• Deliver technical training on IEM products and applications to internal teams and clients.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (NEC, UL, IEEE) during product and order evaluations.
• Provide ongoing technical consultation to internal sales and engineering teams.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Switchgear design experience.