Applications Design Engineer

Industrial Manufacturing

Applications Engineer providing engineering support focusing on three-phase power and automation at IEM. Collaborating with design teams to build solutions for clients' needs.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • Florida, Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power products, including design, applications, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in technical consultation, AutoCAD, and PLC programming, ensuring effective collaboration with engineering and sales teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Electrical EngineeringSwitchgear Design ExperiencePLC And HMI ProgrammingThree-Phase Electric Power SystemsAutoCAD Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringSwitchgear DesignPLC ProgrammingHMI ProgrammingPower StudiesProtection CoordinationAutoCADThree-Phase Electric Power SystemsCommunications HardwareTechnical Training

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationSelf-MotivatedIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADEthernet NetworkingModbusIEC 61850

Industry Keywords

NECULIEEEUL 891UL 1558UL 508AIEEE C37.20

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent.
Minimum 3 years of experience in design, applications, or field service roles with a focus on power products.
Experience with AutoCAD
Switchgear design experience.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings.
Experience with PLC and HMI programming, power studies, and protection coordination.
Strong understanding of three-phase electric power systems, including distribution, control, protection strategies, and rotating machines.
Proficiency in communications hardware and protocols, especially Ethernet networking, Modbus, and IEC 61850.
Familiarity with UL and IEEE standards (UL 891, 1558, 508A; IEEE C37.20, etc.) and the National Electric Code.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; self-motivated and able to work independently.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities