Principal Application Engineer

Job Description

**Principal Application Engineer**

Location: Marietta, OH

Job Type: Direct Hire

Salary: Starting at $100,000 annually, with higher compensation available

**Overview**

We are seeking an experienced Application Engineer to support the design and implementation of critical power infrastructure solutions for data center and mission-critical environments. This role serves as a technical liaison between customers, sales teams, engineering, and operations, ensuring that solutions are designed, documented, and delivered to meet project requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical power distribution systems, data center infrastructure, and customer-facing engineering support.

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**Key Responsibilities**
* Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to develop technical solutions based on customer requirements.
* Prepare proposals, technical submittals, and project documentation for customer review and approval.
* Support project execution from order entry through manufacturing, delivery, and startup.
* Develop and review technical drawings, specifications, and compliance documentation.
* Provide technical guidance on power distribution systems and critical power applications.
* Assist with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during installation, commissioning, and operation.
* Deliver technical presentations and training sessions for customers and industry partners.
* Support product testing, application development, and competitive analysis initiatives.
* Gather customer feedback and communicate recommendations for product improvements.
* Travel to customer and project sites as needed (approximately 25--35%).

**Qualifications**
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in application engineering, design engineering, or field engineering within electrical power systems or data center infrastructure.
* At least 2 years of experience using AutoCAD for technical drafting and design.
* Strong understanding of electrical distribution equipment, switchboards, power distribution units (PDUs), static transfer switches (STS), and redundancy concepts such as N+1 and 2N architectures.
* Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and technical specifications.
* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
* Willingness and ability to travel domestically as required.

**What We Offer**
* Competitive compensation package up to $160,000 annually
* Opportunity to work on mission-critical infrastructure projects
* Collaborative engineering environment
* Career growth and professional development opportunities
* Comprehensive benefits package

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