Application Engineer

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an Application Engineer for one of our large industrial manufacturing clients. This individual will serve as a trusted technical advisor, working directly with transformer OEMs to deliver high-performance insulation solutions using advanced Diamond Dot Paper coating technology. The role blends hands-on engineering expertise with consultative sales, offering the opportunity to influence product innovation, support manufacturing excellence, and drive revenue through technically sound, customer-focused solutions.

Day to Day:

• Act as the technical authority for Diamond Dot Paper (DDP) materials
• Partner with transformer OEM engineering teams to specify insulation solutions
• Recommend coating patterns and thicknesses to optimize thermal and mechanical performance
• Support customer trials, troubleshooting, and ongoing commercial use
• Develop and present technical and commercial proposals
• Educate customers and internal sales teams through technical presentations
• Support manufacturing operations to ensure best-in-class coating processes
• Analyze product gaps and contribute to future product roadmaps
• Travel to customer sites and industry events as needed

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science
• 3–5+ years of experience in application engineering
• Direct experience within the power transformer/electrical insulation industry or experience within the paper industry.
• Strong customer-facing, consultative communication skills
• Experience with Diamond Dot Paper (DDP) or coated insulation materials
• Knowledge of UL / IEC / IEEE electrical insulation standards
• Familiarity with CRM and ERP systems
• Background supporting manufacturing or coating operations
• Experience creating techno-commercial proposals or ROI analyses

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].