Applications Engineer

Roanoke, VA: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a skilled Applications Engineer to define project system requirements and develop system specifications for Variable Speed Drive applications to industrial systems projects. Essential Duties Develop detailed system specifications through collaboration with mechanical original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and end-user clients, per the contract and global industry standards, to ensure high quality designs and on-time delivery for the following: Low and/or medium voltage variable frequency drives for new and/or retrofit projects. Incoming panels, harmonics filter panels, and output reactor panels. Troubleshoot low and medium voltage, AC and DC variable frequency drive application issues at client sites as assigned. Create electrical circuit drawings to ensure a design that meets project requirements and quality standards. Provide timely technical guidance to internal and external clients and suppliers as required to ensure total project requirements are met. Develop and maintain processes and procedures to support the configuration and tuning of VFDs. Ensure “as shipped” systems meet all client requirements as defined in the project contract, including system specifications and performance guarantees, while achieving business goals and objectives. Perform development related tasks for drive features or applications for new and existing VFDs as assigned. Evaluate supplier proposals to determine the best technical and most cost-effective solution for the application. Manage equipment costs, recommending cost reductions when feasible. Prepare purchase specifications and ERP requisitions in a timely manner to support the project schedule. Conduct detailed design reviews internally and externally with suppliers and clients. Provide technical and costing information for the preparation of technical proposals using client specifications and knowledge of company solutions. Provide technical consultation to assist clients in specifying solutions to technology challenges that result in projects for the company. Provide project management services as assigned. General Employee Accountabilities Bring full effort to bear on tasks assigned by manager. Give manager best advice. Give earliest notice when work cannot be delivered as specified. Cooperate and collaborate with peers and interact cross-organizationally as specified by manager. Exemplify Company Core Values: Integrity, Client Focus, Team Orientation, and Personal Commitment. Comply with all company policies, practices, procedures, regulations, and laws. Recommend viable improvements proactively. Ensure effective utilization of business tools and processes. Requirements Minimum Qualifications Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 2 years’ related work experience in specifying, designing, commissioning, and/or maintaining low and/or medium voltage variable frequency drives. Demonstrated successful working relationships with clients, suppliers, and other internal and external contacts. Demonstrated successful and positive personal leadership, interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and communication skills. Demonstrated continuous improvement in areas of responsibility. Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and Visio. Ability to climb and work on cranes at heights up to approximately 175 feet occasionally. Availability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 15%, occasionally with limited notice. Preferred Qualifications 5 years’ related work experience in specifying, designing, commissioning, and/or maintaining low and/or medium voltage variable frequency drives. Demonstrated knowledge of VFD application to complex coordinated control systems. Demonstrated knowledge of DC to DC or DC to AC VFD retrofit projects. Demonstrated project engineering and/or project management knowledge, skills, and experience. Demonstrated successful working relationships with mechanical OEMs and end-user clients. Knowledge of electrical CAD software such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, etc. Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods. Ability to review and interpret detailed technical drawings and specifications. Ability to climb and work at heights up to approximately 175 feet occasionally. Ability to travel to project sites, manufacturing facilities, and industrial environments as required. Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Equal Opportunity Statement Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr