About the Role
We are seeking an elite Applications Engineer to serve as the premier technical authority for our advanced energy intelligence deployments.
In this high-impact, client-facing role, you will architect the successful integration, deployment, and validation of sophisticated, mission-critical power metering solutions for industry-leading enterprises. Acting as the bridge between complex client requirements and cutting-edge engineering execution, you will champion unique technical configurations and steer high-stakes solutions through their entire lifecycle.
If you are a high-caliber engineer who thrives at the intersection of technical mastery, custom system validation, and strategic client execution, this is your platform to drive the future of digital power quality.
Location: Ashburn, VA (remote or hybrid)
Schedule: Standard
Compensation: $110-150k +
Applications Engineer Requirements/Competencies:
Education & Certifications: MS/BS in Electrical Engineering (or a relevant field) or a Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.
Core Technical Experience: Proven background in electrical or applications engineering—ideally in the power management industry—with hands-on experience in the design, construction, operation, and commissioning of substations, AC/DC systems, and medium/low-voltage electrical distribution systems.
Critical Equipment Expertise: Strong understanding of data center environments and associated equipment, including switchgear, generators, transformers, ATS, controls, emergency power systems, and electrical protection.
Systems & Software Proficiency: Highly proficient in interpreting technical specifications and electrical one-line drawings, alongside a strong grasp of data acquisition, energy management, power monitoring, and SCADA solutions. Experienced with industry software tools and programming languages, specifically AutoCAD Electrical and/or SolidWorks.
Professional & Client Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, interact professionally with clients, and deliver customer-oriented problem-solving.
Applications Engineer Responsibilities:
Solution Architecture & Sales Partnership: Partner with sales to translate customer business challenges (e.g., uptime risk, energy inefficiency) into technically differentiated hardware and software power management solutions to win new accounts and expand existing ones.
Design, Validation & Documentation: Handle the design, validation, and comprehensive technical documentation of power management solutions, including system architectures, configurations, product specifications, and functional requirements.
Global Liaison & Product Feedback: Act as the liaison with global application management teams to ensure alignment on global solutions, while providing field-level feedback to product development teams regarding the practical aspects of the company's products.
Project Management & Compliance: Manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively across various internal departments while ensuring full compliance with company and industry standards.
Technology Trends & Travel: Maintain a high degree of awareness regarding emerging technologies and their potential applications within the product suite, with the ability to travel up to 25% to Global Headquarters or main U.S. office.
Company Benefits:Health, Vision, Dental – Client covers 80% of employee premium, 401K with 4% match, PTO, All Federal Holidays, Annual Bonus, Professional Development Opportunities. No wait on any benefits, enroll day 1.