Manager of Application Engineering – Power Distribution, USACompany Summary: Prysmian, with local headquarters in Highland Heights, Kentucky, is a leader in the development, design, manufacture, marketing and distribution of copper, aluminum and fiber optic wire and cable products for the communications, energy, industrial and specialty markets. The Company offers competitive strengths in such areas as breadth of product line, brand recognition, distribution and logistics, service and operating efficiency. Communications wire and cable products transmit low-voltage signals for voice, data, video and control applications. Energy cables include low-, medium- and high-voltage power distribution and power transmission products. The Industrial and Specialty segment is comprised of application-specific cables for uses such as electrical power generation (traditional fuels, alternative and renewable sources, and distributed generation), the oil, gas and petrochemical industries, mining, industrial automation, marine, military and aerospace applications, power applications in the telecommunications industry, and other key industrial segments. Position Summary:The Manager of Application Engineering is responsible for overseeing the team responsible for providing technical support to all Power Distribution customers in the United States, working with territory sales managers and the Vice President of Sales to promote new and existing products, and assisting R&D in developing customer-centric new offerings and cost-savings opportunities.Nature & ScopeReporting to the Director of Field Services and Innovation with a dotted line to the General Manager of the Power Distribution business unit, the Manager of Application Engineering is accountable for providing technical responses to all customer enquiries, promoting new and existing products, and assisting with quotes and orders as needed across the USA. Overseeing a team of regional applications engineers, the manager is also responsible for organization and planning, talent development, and process improvements for the team as a whole. The Manager of Application Engineering primarily works cross-functionally with outside sales, inside sales, and design engineering.Responsibilities:Lead and grow the application engineering team for power distribution in the United StatesEnsure sufficient response to all customer enquiries concerning power distribution productsWorking with the regional application engineer, participate in major quotes and bids with key customers as neededWork with Design Engineering to provide product optimizations for new and existing customersProvide corrective action reports and responses to major quality concernsParticipate in critical customer SRM meetings and customer scorecard reviews as neededWork closely with R&D to develop new products and cost-saving opportunitiesParticipate in industry conferences including IEEE Insulated Conductors Committee and Overhead Lines SubcommitteeParticipate in standard development concerning wire and cable including ICEA and ASTMProvide guidance as needed to manufacturing to ensure product quality and performanceMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical) or a related field coupled with 5+ years of related experience.5+ years’ experience in Engineering, preferably Wire and CableStrong engineering knowledgeStrong computer skills, proficient in ExcelAbility to participate in cross-functional teams and be an influencer within a matrix organizationExcellent verbal and written communication skillsMust have the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentAbility to think and act LEAN in order to optimize internal processes and customer offeringsTrips to customer locations, manufacturing sites, industry conferences, and trade shows ( at least 25%), including international travel - company travel policy permittingPreferred Qualifications:Strong managerial skills strongly preferred5-10 years’ experience in Engineering, preferably Wire and CableEngineering management experience desiredExperience working in power distribution or transmission is a plusWillingness to take ownership and drive to success; High energy and urgency level to maintain fast paced environmentCreative, critical and analytical thinking ability; Passionate, competitive, and tactical in thinking and styleDisplays leadership and the ability to manage projects, proficient in conflict resolution, ability to receive and respond to feedback.Cross functional Team player who can motivate, energize, and be persuasive.Ability to receive and respond positively to feedbackDisplays leadership and the ability to manage projectsProficient in conflict resolution-----------------------------------------Job Offer Fraud AlertWe take the security of our candidates seriously.
Please be aware of job offer scams involving individuals falsely claiming to represent our company.Our company will **never**:Ask for payment, fees, or financial information at any stage of the recruitment processRequest passwords, banking details, or copies of personal identification via email or textExtend a job offer without a formal interview processCommunicate from non-company email addresses (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo)All legitimate communications from our recruitment team will come from an official company email domain (ending in @prysmian.com).If you believe you have been contacted regarding a fraudulent job offer or are unsure about the authenticity of a message, please contact us directly at , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.Visit our DE&I Pageto learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy.
If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at : Highland Heights, KY; Remote - USAType:
Application Engineering Manager - North America Power Distribution in newport at Unknown Company
This position is listed as full time and able to be worked remotely.