Senior Application Engineer

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We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Application Engineer with a strong background in technical solution design, system integration, and precise cost estimation for large-scale EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) and extended BOP (Balance of Plant) scopes related to VFD systems/STATCOM/Synchronous condenser technologies. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful technical and commercial positioning of our offerings during complex tenders. You'll be a key technical expert, responsible for developing optimal integrated solutions, assessing technical risks, and generating competitive and accurate costing and technical proposals. Your expertise will directly influence our competitiveness and success in winning high-value tenders by providing robust technical and financial justifications. Job Description

Responsibilities

• Technical & Cost Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Proactively identify potential technical, logistical, and cost-related risks associated with integrated solutions and propose effective mitigation strategies during the tender phase.
• Standardization & Best Practices: Contribute to the development and improvement of internal technical standards, tools, and best practices for VFD systems/STATCOM/Synchronous condenser systems integration and estimation, incorporating lessons learned from successful tender outcomes.
• Required qualifications:
• Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college
• Minimum 10 years of experience relevant to the role
• Experience in project engineering or application engineering or technical sales support for high-power electrical equipment, with a strong focus on VFD systems/STATCOM/Synchronous condenser.
• In-depth knowledge of power electronics, power system dynamics, grid codes, and international standards relevant to VFD systems/STATCOM/Synchronous condenser applications.
• Proven experience working on large-scale EPC tenders and a deep understanding of the extended Balance of Plant (BOP) scope in power plants, renewable energy, or heavy industrial facilities, with a practical understanding of how site constraints and procedures impact overall project cost.
• Strong understanding of control systems, communication protocols and network architectures.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and P&

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