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    Senior Applications Engineer - Edmonton, Canada - Powell

    Powell
    Powell Edmonton, Canada

    1 day ago

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    Full time
    Description

    As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

    Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, the Senior Applications Engineer will report to the Estimating Supervisor of the Sales & Estimating department. The Senior Applications Engineer will be responsible for assessing the costs and resources required for a project or service. They analyze project specifications, review drawings and data sheets, and collaborate with various stakeholders to determine material, labor, and equipment needs. Estimators also research market prices, obtain quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, and prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals. Their role is crucial in ensuring accurate budgeting and pricing for projects in construction, manufacturing, engineering, and other industries.

    Essential Responsibilities

  • Independently review customer supplied specifications to assess feasibility of Powell manufacture or supply
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings to include single-lines, three-lines, elevations, control schematics, site plans and electrical enclosure layouts
  • Generate accurate proposals based on the review and interpretation of customer-supplied documentation
  • Recognize and effectively communicate application concerns prior to development of proposal
  • Translate conceptual customer designs into a meaningful proposal
  • Optimize the proposed solution to best benefit Powell and our customer
  • Write effective comments to help define Powell's offering
  • Act as technical resource for Powell Sales
  • Assist Powell Sales with internal and external technical discussions and solutions
  • Perform competitive evaluation of sub vendor proposals used to complete the overall Powell offering
  • Assess risk associated with sub-vendor offering
  • Interact with other Powell divisions to develop cross business solutions
  • Requires minimal supervision.
  • Project responsibilities may be average to complex.
  • May be selected to lead a project requiring contribution from multiple Application Engineers.

    • Core Competencies

  • Planning & Organization – Prioritize activities, effectively establishes appropriate courses of action, and monitors progress. Anticipates potential outcomes in order to effectively prioritize workload.
  • Decision Making – Exercises good judgement in order to make well-informed decisions. Drives decisions to closure with good data and understanding of potential outcomes.
  • Problem Solving – Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
  • Customer Focus - Sees the world through the eyes of our customers (internal and external), understands their needs, and exceeds their expectations.
  • Accountability – Is accountable for own actions, fully commits to agreed upon plans and strategies and takes action to achieve them.
  • Communication – Strong written, listening, and oral communication skills. Able to communicate complex technical information in a simple and understandable way.
  • Understanding of local codes such as the Canadian Electrical Code and National Building Code.
  • Understanding of cost estimating concepts, techniques and work flows including documentation of estimate input data and version control.

    • Qualifications

  • . in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
  • 4+ years of experience in electrical equipment estimating, or related field.

    • Working Conditions

  • Temperature controlled working environment.
  • Job requires working in an office setting.
  • Working in front of a computer for the majority of the shift.

    • Physical Requirements

  • Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
  • Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner.
  • Standing, walking, and speaking for long periods of time.
  • Typing, punching or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.
  • Perceiving size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with the fingertips.

    • Who we are

    Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal.

    Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer's needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

    Your Partner in Safety

    Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.

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