Project Application Engineer - (EE26058)

Houston, TXFull-timePosted Jul 26, 2026

General Role Description

Define project system requirements and develop system specifications for the business unit's projects

 

Role Accountabilities

·         Develop detailed system specifications for drive, motor, PV/ESS inverter, transformer, switchgear, sensor, automation and/or packaging equipment suppliers through collaboration with mechanical original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and end-user clients, per the contract and global industry standards, to ensure high quality designs and on-time delivery

·         Ensure “as shipped” systems meet all client requirements as defined in the project contract, including system specifications and performance guarantees, while achieving business goals and objectives

·         Evaluate supplier proposals to determine the best technical and most cost-effective solution for the application

·         Manage equipment costs, recommending cost reductions when feasible

·         Prepare purchase specification and ERP requisition in a timely manner to support the project schedule

·         Conduct detailed design reviews, internally and externally, with suppliers and clients

·         Provide timely technical guidance to internal and external clients and suppliers as required to ensure total project requirements are met

·         Provide technical and costing information for the preparation of technical proposals, using client specifications and knowledge of Company solutions

·         Provide technical consultation to assist customers in specifying solutions to technology challenges that results in projects for the Company

·         Provide project management services as assigned

·         Conduct power system studies to ensure that the existing or proposed system is adequate to meet requirements of new equipment while meeting applicable global and local utility standards

·         Create a network of relationships with clients, mechanical OEM’s, and suppliers for successful project execution and to build a pipeline of potential business within the business unit's markets

·         Prepare and deliver presentations at technical conferences and client meetings at client sites or other locations as specified or necessary

·         Identify and recommend new applications and/or new products to drive business growth opportunities & new markets

 

General Employee Accountabilities

·         Bring full effort to bear on tasks assigned by manager

·         Give manager best advice

·         Give earliest notice when work cannot be delivered as specified

·         Cooperate and collaborate with peers and interact cross-organizationally as specified by manager

·         Exemplify Company Core Values: Integrity, Client Focus, Team Orientation, and Personal Commitment

·         Comply with all Company policies, practices, and procedures and all regulations and laws

·         Recommend viable improvements proactively

·         Ensure effective utilization of business tools and processes

Requirements

  • ·         Bachelor of Science in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field or equivalent via education and/or work experience
  • ·         2 years' related work experience in specifying, designing, commissioning, and/or maintaining industrial drive, motor, PV/ESS automation, and/or control systems for industrial applications
  • ·         Demonstrated knowledge in one or more areas of industrial VFDs, motors, PV/ESS inverters, transformers, switchgear, sensors
  • ·         Demonstrated negotiation skills
  • ·         Demonstrated knowledge of industry standards such as NEC, IEC, IEEE
  • ·         Demonstrated successful working relationships with clients, suppliers, and other internal and external contacts
  • ·         Demonstrated successful and positive personal leadership, interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and communication skills
  • ·         Demonstrated continuous improvement in areas of responsibility
  • ·         Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and Visio
  • ·         Availability to travel, domestically and internationally, approximately 15%, occasionally with limited notice

Preferred Qualifications

·         Master of science in electrical or mechanical engineering

·         5 years' related work experience in specifying, designing, commissioning, and/or maintaining industrial drive, motor, PV/ESS automation, and/or control systems for industrial systems applications

·         Advanced knowledge of TMEIC or equivalent manufacturer’s products, tools, architectures, and design concepts

·         Demonstrated extensive knowledge, skills, and experience in the following:

·         motors and drives design and applications for O&G, mining or power generation industries

·         industrial power system design and analysis including load flow, short circuit, coordination, harmonics, and power quality

·         industrial drive and automation industry standards

·         renewable energy systems design and standards

·         Experience in a global company

·         Demonstrated project engineering and/or project management knowledge, skills, and experience

·         Demonstrated successful working relationships mechanical OEM's and end-user clients

 

Link to TMEIC Corporation Americas website

https://www.tmeic.com/. To be considered an applicant for any available positions, individuals must complete an online job application for each posting. A resume may be attached to the online application but is not considered a substitute for the information in the application. Applications will be considered only for the specific position for which the application is submitted.

 

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