Senior Applications Engineer

Principal Application Engineer Location: Marietta, OH Job Type: Direct Hire Salary: Starting at $100,000 annually, with higher compensation available Overview We are seeking an experienced Application Engineer to support the design and implementation of critical power infrastructure solutions for data center and mission-critical environments. This role serves as a technical liaison between customers, sales teams, engineering, and operations, ensuring that solutions are designed, documented, and delivered to meet project requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical power distribution systems, data center infrastructure, and customer-facing engineering support.

Responsibilities Collaborate with sales teams to develop engineered solutions that meet customer requirements.

Prepare customer proposals, submittal packages, and technical documentation.

Support projects from order entry through manufacturing, installation, and field startup.

Develop drawings, compliance documentation, and engineering submittals for customer review.

Provide technical guidance on power distribution equipment and Static Transfer Switch (STS) applications.

Assist with troubleshooting during equipment installation, commissioning, and operation.

Deliver technical presentations and product training for customers, consultants, and channel partners.

Participate in product testing, application development, and competitive product evaluations.

Share customer feedback with engineering and product development teams to support continuous improvement.

Travel to customer locations, project sites, and data centers approximately 25–35% of the time.

Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related engineering discipline.

At least 5 years of experience in applications engineering, field engineering, or design engineering supporting data center electrical infrastructure.

Minimum of 2 years of AutoCAD drafting experience.

Strong knowledge of data center electrical systems, including:

UL 891 switchboards

Power Distribution Units (PDUs)

Static Transfer Switches (STSs)

Redundancy strategies such as N+1 and 2N

Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and technical specifications.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to travel domestically as needed.

What We Offer Competitive compensation package up to $160,000 annually

Opportunity to work on mission-critical infrastructure projects

Collaborative engineering environment

Career growth and professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package