Senior Applications Engineer – Critical Power Systems

Electrical Applications Engineer Location: Columbus, OH Job Type: Direct Hire Starting Salary: From $100,000 per year (higher compensation may be available based on experience) Position Overview We are looking for an experienced Electrical Applications Engineer to support the design and implementation of power distribution solutions for mission-critical facilities. In this role, you will work directly with customers, contractors, consultants, sales teams, and internal departments to develop technical solutions that meet project requirements from initial design through production and commissioning. The ideal candidate combines strong electrical engineering knowledge with excellent communication skills and enjoys working in a customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities Partner with sales and engineering teams to develop technical solutions that meet customer and project requirements.

Prepare proposals, technical submittals, engineering documentation, and supporting project materials for customer review.

Support projects throughout the entire lifecycle, including order processing, manufacturing, delivery, installation, and commissioning.

Create, review, and update technical drawings, specifications, and compliance documentation.

Provide technical expertise related to electrical distribution systems and critical power equipment.

Assist with troubleshooting technical issues during installation, startup, commissioning, and ongoing operation.

Present technical information and conduct product or application training for customers and business partners.

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

Gather customer feedback and collaborate with internal teams to recommend product improvements.

Travel to customer locations and project sites as needed, approximately 25% to 35%.

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

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

Minimum of 2 years of experience using AutoCAD for engineering design and technical drafting.

Strong knowledge of electrical distribution equipment, including switchboards , power distribution units (PDUs) , static transfer switches (STS) , and redundancy strategies such as N+1 and 2N architectures.

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

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability and willingness to travel domestically as required.

What We Offer Starting salary of $100,000 per year , with higher compensation available based on experience.

Opportunity to contribute to mission-critical power infrastructure projects.

Collaborative engineering team with opportunities for professional growth.

Comprehensive benefits package.