Switchgear Jobs in Appleton, WI (NOW HIRING)

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care. The Power Distribution Application Engineer will work in alignment with engineering & project teams to provide purchasing/technical support for power distribution equipment. This is a customer-service focused position that drives standardization, ensuring efficient & accurate equipment selection by following a continuously improved process. This position will serve project team members by keeping project/product cost in check and supporting project delivery timelines. This role will also support a strategic corporate partnership with a key gear manufacturer. This position will be a key contact for coordination of purchasing activities between engineering, project teams, and Excellerate.

• Education: Associates Degree
• Experience: 3 years of experience in installing Power Distribution Equipment Strong technical knowledge of switch gear, MCCs, transformers, panel boards, and switch boards. Medium Voltage experience would be ideal. Experience in a project estimating role would also be a plus.
• or Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Travel: 5-10%
• Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday; However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs.

Responsible for supporting project teams with technical leadership in purchasing activities related to power distribution; switchgear, generators, MCC's etc. Drives an overall project & customer value approach to equipment selection with project team. Works with estimating to ensure accurate power distribution equipment price information is considered in developing Faith bids for customers. Contributes to the achievement of targets: product cost, project cost, quality and time-to market while respecting the purchasing processes and strategy. Drives supply chain approach, promoting innovation, standardization, product quality and efficient lead-times. Encourages and seeks co-development and early supplier involvement; brings supplier market knowledge and education to team(s). Monitors and ensures competitive cost of equipment and compares it to estimated project cost. Helps the project team assess possible uses of Excellerate with power distribution equipment. Works with Engineering to develop standardized packages for design build and supports value engineering efforts. Collaborates with cross functional departments, including estimating, engineering, purchasing and operations. Provides customer-focused innovation via engineering and suppliers. Studies technical drawings and electrical specifications to ensure that the equipment bill of materials conforms to standards and customer requirements. Demonstrates the capability of handling multiple and conflicting priorities and effectively prioritize tasks in a fast paced work environment. Demonstrates the ability to navigate through customer plans and specifications. Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence. Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner. Defines work to be done; clearly communicates vision, objectives, and tasks to appropriate individuals. Develops relationships with leaders, customers, and others that facilitate open dialogue and trust. Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future. Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success. FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here.

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test.

Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI) is a dynamic organization comprised of construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy experts. We create success for our partners and team members through innovation and expertise, rethinking how energy is designed, applied and consumed and providing solutions that go beyond the ideas of today. With expertise across all our brands – Faith Technologies®, EnTech Solutions™ and Excellerate® – we are one connected company, bringing our partners’ visions to life to ensure a sustainable future.

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