Applications Engineer at MGM Transformer LLC

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

155000.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Design, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, FEA Modeling, Technical Quoting, Customer Relationship Management, Product Integration, Value Engineering, Technical Documentation, Project Management, IEEE Standards, IEC Standards, UL Standards, ASCE Standards, Cross-functional Collaboration, Problem Solving

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Description We are seeking a motivated Applications Engineer to support our Skidded Solutions (liquid-filled medium voltage transformers, switchgear cabinets, inverters) in the solar and energy storage industries. The Applications Engineer will be responsible for interfacing with Customers (current and potential) in an effort to achieve revenue growth and customer acquisition objectives set forth by the Company. The Applications Engineer will review customer specifications, assist in determining and understanding client equipment needs, generate quotes, and engage in follow up conversations with the customer regarding open opportunities. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in mechanical design and practical integration, focusing on the design, optimization, and mechanical integration of structural skids with transformers and switchgear. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that meet customer requirements, industry standards, and regulatory compliance. This role involves working closely with sales, product management, design engineering, and customers to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Key Responsibilities: Technical Expertise: • Serve as a technical resource on the mechanical integration and optimization of skidded liquid-filled medium voltage transformers, switchgear cabinets and inverters for solar and energy storage applications. • Provide technical guidance on product selection, specifications, and customization to meet customer requirements. • Analyze technical problems and recommend solutions. Customer Support: • Work directly with customers to understand their needs, address inquiries, and recommend appropriate integrated design solutions. • Prepare and deliver technical presentations and proposals, including customer-facing quotes in support of the sales process. • Support sales with technical training and customer visits. Application Engineering: • Interpret customer specifications and industry standards to create accurate design requirements. • Collaborate with design engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure products are readily manufacturable and meet performance, reliability, and cost targets. • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, manuals, and data sheets. • Identify value engineering opportunities within integrated designs to optimize cost and capability in support of customer needs Project Support: • Assist in managing multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery of proposals, designs, and support. • Coordinate with supply chain and production teams to address lead times and resource planning. Industry and Standards Compliance: • Stay current with industry standards, codes, and regulations such as IEEE, IEC, UL and ASCE. • Ensure products and applications comply with environmental and safety regulations. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. • Minimum of 2–5 years of professional experience in application or mechanical design engineering, preferably with mechanical integration of electrical equipment • Experience in the solar or energy storage industries is a plus. • Solid knowledge of mechanical design principles and design for manufacturability • Familiarity with mechanical systems and pre-configured/skidded electromechanical assemblies • Proficiency in Mechanical design software and tools – SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD; FEA modeling a plus · Electrical, Control systems and/or data acquisition & field monitoring proficiency a plus Soft Skills: • Strong communication and presentation skills. • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment. Certifications: • Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus. Disclaimer: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Forgent Power reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description as needed. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Forgent Power is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. #LI-DJ1

Responsibilities

The Applications Engineer supports skidded solutions for solar and energy storage by interfacing with customers to determine equipment needs and generate technical quotes. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize the mechanical integration of transformers, switchgear, and inverters.