Eaton’s ES AMER NAS division is currently seeking an OEM Application Engineer. This is a hybrid-based position and candidates must reside within 50 miles of the following locations to be considered for the position: Arden, NC; Charlotte, NC; Raleigh, NC; Orlando, FL; Nashville TN or Smyrna, GA. Relocation assistance will be offered for successful applicants who live outside these locations.

What you’ll do:

Position Overview:

This role will report to the OEM Regional Sales Vice President and the position requires travel at a minimum of 50% of the time. The OEM Application Engineer leads the specification, testing and implementation of solutions for our customers using Eaton industrial components, power components and power distribution portfolio (PLC’s, HMI’s, variable frequency drives, relays, molded case circuit breakers, trip units, etc.).

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

In this function you will:

Interpret customer specifications, drawings and schematics to assist with quotes and solutions

Develop and conduct training for regional sales team, end users and channel partners

Provide technical assistance for the regional sales team

Effectively communicate product line value proposition and strategies

Provide support on applicable codes and standards associated with the products

Proactively communicate VOC and recommend product enhancements to the product lines

Maintain and expand product knowledge base

Participate in product road mapping, strategy, and planning sessions with the product lines

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Minimum seven (7) years of electrical industry sales/marketing and/or engineering experience

Possess a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited institution

Master’s degree in engineering or equivalent

Minimum 10 years’ electrical industry sales/marketing and/or engineering experience

Experience with control systems, automation, industrial processes and various programming software packages such as Codesys

Experience working with third-party certification agencies, codes, and standards (i.e., UL508, UL891, UL1558, etc.)

Skills:

Position Criteria:

Possess excellent communication skills

Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future

Strong work ethic, competitiveness, willingness to learn, as well as be adept at building relationships

Knowledge of power distribution and control products, market knowledge and established customer relationships within the market area

Time management skills

Presentation, training planning skills

Experience in value-added selling

Teamwork interpersonal skills

Ability to travel up to 50%

The compensation range for this full-time position includes base pay and target sales performance incentive. This position has a target total compensation range of $142,500 - $209,000.

Base salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

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