Application Engineer

Application Engineer - South CarolinaA career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe. Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Within Capital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.As an Application Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our sales team's efforts to drive Automation and Control growth. This position is specifically tailored for emerging professionals who are eager to learn and contribute to cutting-edge technology solutions. You will receive hands-on training from our experienced application engineers, gaining valuable insights into automation solutions, energy audits, kitting and assembly, on-site engineering services and much more.ResponsibilitiesSupporting Industrial end user accounts, systems integrators, panel builders and OEM customersKeeping up with new product development and relaying the information to the customerHelp the Account Manager develop new customer relationshipsAutomation and Control growth including PLCs, drives, sensor, HMIs etcKeeping up with required vendor training including certification level coursesConduct customer training on automation & control productsAttend training as required by Capital ElectricOther duties as requiredRequirementsA bachelor's degree in engineering. Electrical engineering is preferred.Experience with PLCs, Drives, Sensor setups, etc. is preferred.Customer service background is a plusWhat We Offer YouHealthcare plansDental & visionPaid time offPaid parental leave401(k) retirement savings with company matchProfessional and personal development programsOpportunity to become a shareholderEmployer-paid short- and long-term disabilityEmployer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependentsRobust wellness programGym reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.