Perform competitive evaluation of sub vendor proposals used to complete the overall Powell offering
Act as an internal technical resource for Sales and Application engineering staff
Interact with other Powell divisions to develop cross business solutions
Assist in providing feedback for, and maintaining accuracy of various costing tools
Participate in sales and marketing activities to include industry meetings and conferences
Contribute to new and existing product specifications
Assist in developing formal internal formal proposals including technical budget estimates and cost justification models for product line enhancements and/or cost out projects
Participate in executing cost out initiatives in conjunction with Engineering and Operations
Prepare detailed, accurate and cost competitive proposals - 90%
Participating in external customer meetings and/or conferences – 10%
Minimum Qualifications
Build and maintain a working knowledge of electrical theory and applicable industry standards including IEEE/ANSI, NEC, IBC and NFPA. -Especially as related to low & medium voltage distribution equipment, and substation design
Familiarity with low & medium voltage distribution equipment ratings and design
Ability to read and interpret electrical specifications
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings to include single lines, three lines, schematics and wiring diagrams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Customer Oriented
Able to manage multiple priorities
Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans in order to meet deadlines
Problem Solving: Gathers and analyzes information using inquisitive mind, using strong logical, methodical and systematic skills
Work independently with little or no supervision
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Computer Skills: AutoCAD; ERP system Oracle; Microsoft Office Suite; previous experience utilizing Projects related software (ie. - -Primavera, Microsoft Projects, Excel and Oracle) with the ability to learn new software programs
B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline o 2+ years of experience in related field with BS in Electrical Engineering
Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements
Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
Perceiving size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with the fingertips.
Sitting, standing and walking for long periods of time.
Typing, punching or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.
Work & Environment Conditions
Temperature controlled working environment. Some outside activities may be required.
This position may travel out-of-town to attend training and meetings.
Typical office environment; may experience minor discomfort from extensive use of a computer display and keyboard; travel between buildings on campus and between campuses
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