Application Engineer - Drives (LV)
Duluth, GAFull-timeSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Job overview
The Application Engineer manages the quotation process for engineered and standard enclosed low-voltage drives and soft starters, from RFQ through negotiation closeout. The role also supports inside and outside sales with pre-sale technical inquiries. It works with sales teams, customers, and manufacturing facilities to prepare technical and commercial quotations, clarify requirements, and support order processing and project teams.
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Application Engineer - Drives (LV)
Duluth, GA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Duluth+GA+USA+30097)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
About WEG Electric Corp.
WEG Electric Corp. is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the world's largest, producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates mainly in the capital goods sector, with five main businesses: Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings, and Transmission & Distribution, providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is in Duluth, GA, with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana, and Missouri, and over 30,000 employees worldwide.
About the Role
The Application Engineer is responsible and accountable for the Engineered and Standard enclosed LV Drives and
Soft Starters panel negotiation process from inception of the Request for Quotation (RFQ) to negotiation closeout.
This position is also responsible for supporting the inside sales and outside sales Team with any pre-sale technical inquiries
in regard to LV VFDs and Soft starters.
Key Responsibilities
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Collaborate effectively with field sales teams, customers, and manufacturing facilities throughout the quotation process.
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Review and evaluate RFQs, specifications, emails, and customer requirements.
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Develop a strong understanding of customer applications, OEM requirements, and market needs.
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Lead quotation opportunities and own the process from initial review through final submission.
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Gather critical project and customer information to determine the most effective quotation strategy.
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Prepare accurate technical and commercial quotations for WEG products and solutions.
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Follow established pricing guidelines while identifying opportunities that may require alternative pricing strategies.
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Communicate with customers and sales teams to obtain feedback and clarify requirements.
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Review purchase orders as needed and support order processing activities.
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Generate order entry documentation and maintain accurate project records.
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Organize and manage quotation and order documentation, both electronically and in hard copy when required.
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Provide technical and commercial support to Project Coordinators and Project Managers as needed.
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Stay informed on industry trends through research, publications, conferences, and customer site visits.
Education & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field; OR a minimum of 1 year of relevant industry experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Experience & Knowledge
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Minimum of 1 year of relevant Application Engineering experience within the electric machines industry or a related industrial market is required.
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Experience supporting customer quotations, technical proposals, and commercial negotiations.
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Exposure to OEM, utility, industrial, or power generation applications is a plus.
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Experience supporting application engineering activities within the electric machines, motors, or related industrial equipment industry.
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Technical knowledge of electrical machines and their applications.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
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Effective written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package.
To Apply : All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position.
Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran status, or other protected status.
Visit our website to learn more: www.weg.net
How this job compares
Set against the 574 open Application Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$105–187K/yr404 salary ranges
- US median$39–49/hr23 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 19 open Application Engineer jobs in Georgia and 574 across the US. 7% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Application Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 4 years, across 444 postings).
- Education
- 219 of the 574 open Application Engineer jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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