Application Engineer

Our client is a leading manufacturer within the power distribution and switchgear sector, supplying engineered solutions to industrial and infrastructure customers.

The organisation is experiencing continued growth and is strengthening its commercial and technical capability to support increasingly complex and competitive project requirements.

The Application Engineer plays a critical role in preparing accurate, competitive, and technically compliant proposals for medium-voltage power distribution and switchgear projects.

This position requires strong technical understanding of electrical systems, construction methods, and industry standards, alongside close collaboration with sales, project management, engineering, product, and supply chain teams.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates using estimating software based on customer specifications and drawings.
• Review bid documentation, including timelines, technical specifications, and drawings, to fully define scope of work.
• Research, source, and negotiate pricing with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive costing.
• Generate accurate bills of materials from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts.
• Draft professional customer proposals including pricing, bills of materials,and delivery schedules.
• Assess financial, technical, and operational risks associated with each project.
• Identify production and manufacturing factors that may influence project cost or delivery.
• Present completed estimates to management and key internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with sales teams and customers to clarify scope, assumptions, and technical requirements.
• Maintain accurate quotation and opportunity data within CRM and ERP systems.
• Complete customer-specific bid forms and supporting documentation as required.
• Adhere to internal best practice relating to quality, safety, and communication.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 8+ years’ experience as an application engineer or senior estimator within medium-voltage switchgear environments.
• Strong analytical capability, with proficiency in spreadsheet and database tools.
• Proven ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience managing quotations and opportunities within ERP systems.
• Working knowledge of relevant standards and codes, including ANSI, NEC, UL, and IBC.
• Strong customer-focused mindset with excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to meet role-related physical, background, and compliance requirements.
• Alignment with organisational values and professional standards.

Prior experience as an application engineer or senior estimator within a comparable power distribution or switchgear manufacturing environment.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, commercial strategy, and customer engagement, contributing directly to project success and business growth within a technically complex environment.