Customer Engineering Product Specialist
The Customer Engineering Product Specialist at Confidential Client leads the integration and optimization of advanced power solutions such as microgrids and battery energy storage systems to deliver reliable customer solutions. This role involves collaborating with OEM customers and cross-functional teams to design and validate electrical systems, providing technical leadership, and championing customer needs throughout product development to enhance system performance and value. The position requires strong expertise in electrical system integration, project leadership, and effective communication to drive successful engineering outcomes in a dynamic environment.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking a Customer Engineering Product Specialist to lead technical customer engagements, system design, and product optimization for advanced power and energy systems. You will work with OEM customers and cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, safe, and cost-effective solutions.
- Lead integration of advanced power solutions — microgrids, battery energy storage systems (BESS), fuel cells, PV systems, generator sets, and switchgear — to deliver optimized customer solutions.
- Translate customer requirements into system and product designs; act as the technical lead on customer projects.
- Produce electrical single-line diagrams and integrated system layouts using AutoCAD.
- Ensure correct product application, installation, and validation to meet performance, quality, and reliability objectives.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison for customers; provide guidance on integration, installation requirements, and complex issue resolution.
- Influence product development by championing the voice of the customer across engineering and product teams.
- Identify opportunities to improve system safety, performance, and cost efficiency.
- Mentor and support engineers and technical team members; provide technical leadership on complex projects.
Qualifications & Skills
- Demonstrated expertise in application engineering, system integration, and product optimization within electrical, power generation, or energy systems environments.
- Strong ability to interpret customer requirements and manage technical complexity to deliver practical, high-quality solutions.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; proven ability to build trusted relationships with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience using analytical problem-solving methods, engineering tools, and data-driven decision-making to improve product performance.
- Ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and manage multiple priorities independently.
- Proficiency with MS Office; AutoCAD proficiency preferred.
- Familiarity with power electronics, inverters/converters, controllers, networking, and data acquisition systems is preferred.
- Preferred familiarity with third-party control and power management platforms (e.g., Deif, ComAp).
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related STEM field required. Master’s degree may be required for select roles.
- Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent experience in a relevant discipline is required, including a track record of technical problem solving and sound decision-making.
- This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $100,000 — $150,000 per year. This range is a good-faith estimate and final offers will consider experience and qualifications.
- Confidential Client offers competitive benefits (medical, retirement, paid time off, etc.) — specific benefits will be discussed during the hiring process.
Location & Work Model
- Work location: Shoreview, MN.
- Role category: On-site with flexibility (not 100% remote). Local candidates preferred; travel to customer sites and cross-functional locations may be required.
- Confidential Client may use background checks and employment verification tools (e.g., E‑Verify) consistent with federal and state law.
Why You’ll Like Working Here
- Opportunity to lead cutting‑edge power system integrations and influence product roadmaps.
- Collaborative environment where customer feedback directly shapes engineering outcomes.
- Mentorship and leadership opportunities across engineering and product teams.
Important Notices
- This posting replaces the employer name with "Confidential Client". The job details above are derived from the original listing and reflect the responsibilities and qualifications for this role.
- This role may require compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations; candidates may need specific clearances or licensing.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Confidential Client will follow all applicable federal and state hiring laws.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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