Harlan, IA
$60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Application Engineer
Job Title: Application Engineer
Location: Harlan, Iowa
Salary: $60-70K plus bonus
Job Summary: The Application Engineer will provide detailed sales and system application support to Product Platforms and the Engineering team. This role involves guiding Sales and internal Engineering teams on product design to meet customer needs, as well as participating in customized solution development, including design proposals, solution verification, and drawing preparation.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Review design specifications with Sales and customers
- Prepare detailed drawings and layouts using SolidWorks and AutoCAD/DraftsSight
- Analyze product specifications to develop manufacturable designs
- Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and corrective action initiatives
- Collaborate with Sales, Manufacturing, and Quality on design reviews and solutions
- Provide engineering support to the manufacturing shop floor and assist with commissioning activities
- Interpret regulatory codes such as UL, NEC, and NFPA
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Associate degree in Mechanical Design, Electrical Design, or Engineering Technology, plus 3–5 years of related experience
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (2018 or newer) and SolidWorks
- Sound understanding of mobile electrification systems for industrial and/or commercial use
- Strong communication skills to effectively document and discuss technical requirements
Salary: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00