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Actalent

Application Engineer

Actalent, Champaign, Illinois, us, 61825


Job Description: Application Engineer

Seeking a highly motivated person to join the Engineering team within the Industrial Unit as an Application Engineer. Reporting to the Application Engineering Manager, the Application Engineer is responsible for providing application support to both internal and external Industrial customers. The candidate will be viewed as a subject matter expert when it comes to overcurrent and overvoltage circuit protection. Candidates should be self-motivated, innovative individuals who work well both independently as well as in a team role. They must have a good understanding of the industrial electrical market with the ability to transfer this knowledge into design wins at key OEMs and to generate new product ideas. The Application Engineer will support the Industrial Circuit Protection group in providing innovative and technologically advanced solutions for new and emerging markets. The location of this role is flexible but ideally located within the Midwestern USA.About the Job:- Own the role of overcurrent and overvoltage circuit protection subject matter expert- Work with sales team along with other technical staff to drive design wins of Client industrial products- Become key point of contact for providing technical support for all industrial products- Conduct detailed product and application training events for key customers, technical reps, and internal sales teams- Coordinate between engineering, product management, and sales to develop requirements for new products that will deliver best in class solutions to key customers in growing and emerging markets- Identify technology and competitive trends in the market and define the impacts to Client- Develop technical publications like white papers, application notes and guides- Perform feasibility studies to uncover new product capabilities and features- Participate in product standard and industry committees like UL, NEMA, and IECHard SkillsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar disciplineUnderstanding core principles of Electrical and Engineering with the ability to apply to real world applications3-5 years of prior job experience in the industrial electrical industryProficient in Microsoft Office ProductsStrong analytical skills and high attention to detailWilling to travel internationally up to 20%Basic knowledge of mechanical design concepts and tools like Autodesk Inventor and engineering drawings (preferred)5-10 years of application engineering experience with overcurrent and overvoltage protection products (preferred)Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline (preferred)Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 12 Month(s).Work Site

This is a fully remote position.Work Environment

On-site in Champaign if less experience - fully remote if experienced/meeting most of the expectations. Travel to customers across the US - approximately one week of travel a month.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:Hiring diverse talentMaintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflectionBuilding a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomesEnsuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.