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# Application Engineer

- **Company:** CivicMinds Inc
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, SolidWorks (CAD)
- **Published:** September 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e1786a3c-d3b5-4391-96bd-a9e5d9c69e8d

## About the Role

* Ability to read and understand schematic, one-line, and three-line diagrams
 * Familiarity with front elevation and mechanical drawings
 * Working knowledge of major OEM primary and secondary control components and their applications
 * Ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines with attention to detail
 * Solid problem-solving skills

Preferred

 * Knowledge of engineering drawing guidelines and industry standards (e.g., IEEE, UL 891, UL 1558, NEC) -required to develop over time
 * Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
 * Good collaboration skills
 * Initiative to learn and stay updated with innovations in the switchgear and manufacturing industries, * Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or a related engineering field (required)
 * At least 2 years of electrical/mechanical experience in switchgear or related industry (preferred)
 * CAD design experience with a preference for SolidWorks, SolidWorks Electrical, and AutoCAD

## Description

Project Kickoff & Clarification

 * Attend charter and kickoff meetings alongside Project Managers and cross-functional teams
 * Review customer documentation, including one-line diagrams and customer-specific requirements (CSR), to identify gaps or conflicts
 * Assist in the creation of clarification documents summarizing discrepancies and seeking customer approvals before moving into detailed design

Design & Engineering Collaboration

 * Review and approve critical project documents, including component lists, one-line and three-line diagrams, control schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and data plates
 * Ensure designs comply with relevant standards (NEC, ANSI, IEEE, UL) and customer-specific requirements
 * Coordinate with Electrical and Mechanical Engineering teams to verify design feasibility and maintain design intent throughout the project lifecycle
 * Assist in selecting primary and secondary components based on customer requirements and SPS standards
 * Additional duties as assigned


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