Project Applications Engineer

$139k

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Job Description

Project Application Engineer (Industrial Automation)

Roanoke, VA
Up to $139K Base
5 Weeks PTO | ~15% Travel

We’re looking for a Project Application Engineer to support full-system design and execution of industrial automation solutions for overhead crane and heavy industrial applications.

This role blends technical engineering, client interaction, and project execution, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across the full lifecycle of a project.

What You’ll Do

Develop system specifications across drives, motors, transformers, and control systems
Perform power system evaluations and ensure compliance with industry standards
Evaluate supplier proposals and optimize cost vs. performance
Support technical proposals and client-facing engineering discussions
Lead design reviews with internal teams, vendors, and customers
Provide technical guidance throughout project execution
Identify new applications and support business growth initiatives

What You Bring

BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering field
Experience in industrial automation, drives, or power systems
Strong understanding of system-level design and integration
Ability to interface with OEMs, vendors, and end users

Why Join

5 weeks PTO starting day one
Work on complex, engineered-to-order systems
Opportunity to influence both technical design and business outcomes

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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