About the Role
American Power Systems (APS) is seeking a highly motivated Applications & DC Power Engineer to support the design, implementation, and optimization of critical power infrastructure for telecommunications, utility, data center, and industrial customers. This role combines engineering design, customer-facing technical consulting, project execution support, and field problem-solving.
As a key technical resource, you will develop DC power system designs, engineering documentation, bills of materials, and technical proposals while partnering closely with Sales, Service, and Operations teams. The ideal candidate has a strong background in DC power systems, battery technologies, power conversion equipment, and customer-focused engineering solutions.
What You'll Do
DC Power System Design & Engineering
- Design and engineer complete DC power systems, including rectifiers, converters, inverters, UPS systems, distribution equipment, and stationary battery systems.
- Develop one-line diagrams, system layouts, elevations, wiring schematics, and detailed engineering drawings using AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software.
- Prepare bills of material (BOMs), system calculations, equipment specifications, and installation documentation.
- Evaluate power system performance, efficiency, load requirements, battery sizing, power losses, and redundancy requirements.
- Develop Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and technical documentation to support safe and successful project execution.
Customer Solutions & Technical Proposals
- Collaborate with customers, sales representatives, and service teams to define technical requirements and develop tailored power solutions.
- Conduct site assessments and field surveys to gather engineering data and validate project requirements.
- Prepare technical proposals, bid packages, quotations, system descriptions, equipment recommendations, and supporting documentation.
- Serve as a subject matter expert throughout the sales process, helping customers understand technical options and best practices.
Project Execution & Technical Support
- Provide engineering support during installation, commissioning, startup, and project closeout.
- Support field technicians with troubleshooting, system diagnostics, and technical issue resolution.
- Review completed installations to ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, company quality requirements, and safety policies.
- Assist with project documentation, customer acceptance activities, punch-list completion, and closeout reporting.
Customer & Field Applications Support
- Deliver pre-sales and post-sales technical support for power systems and battery technologies.
- Act as a trusted technical advisor for customers regarding system performance, reliability, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.
Technical Leadership & Continuous Improvement
- Develop and deliver technical training for employees, customers, and channel partners.
- Contribute to product evaluations, technology assessments, and future power solutions development.
- Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies in battery energy storage, telecom power, and critical infrastructure markets.
- Support process improvements and engineering best practices across the organization.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience designing, supporting, or troubleshooting DC power systems and stationary battery installations.
- Strong knowledge of:
- DC power plants
- Rectifiers and converters
- Inverters and UPS systems
- Battery technologies (VRLA, flooded lead-acid, lithium-ion, Ni-Cd)
- Power distribution systems
- Grounding and bonding practices
- Experience creating engineering drawings, BOMs, technical proposals, and installation documentation.
- Familiarity with industry standards, including:
- NEC
- NFPA
- IEEE
- Telcordia
- Customer-specific engineering standards
- Proficiency with AutoCAD (or equivalent), Microsoft Office Suite, and technical documentation tools.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with customers, field personnel, and internal stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting telecommunications, utility, data center, or critical infrastructure environments.
- Knowledge of Alpha Technologies, Vertiv, EnerSys, C&D Technologies, UNIPOWER, Eaton, Delta, or similar DC power equipment manufacturers.
- Experience with battery sizing, load calculations, and power system modeling.
- Familiarity with central offices, cell sites, huts, shelters, CEVs, outside plant, and mission-critical facilities.
- Electrical PE license, EIT certification, or equivalent industry certifications are a plus.
What Makes This Role Unique
- Opportunity to influence projects from concept through commissioning.
- Direct interaction with customers and industry-leading power technologies.
- Exposure to battery energy storage, telecommunications power, utility infrastructure, and mission-critical systems.
- Collaborative environment where engineering, sales, service, and operations work closely together to deliver innovative power solutions.
Work Environment
- Primarily office-based with periodic travel to customer sites and APS facilities.
- Ability to conduct site walks and evaluate equipment installations in telecommunications, utility, industrial, and mission-critical environments.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
