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Application Engineer

Micropower Group US
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Job Title: Application Engineer

Department: Engineering / Technical Services

Employment Type: Full- Time

Location: Troy, Ohio (On-Site)

 

Micropower Group is a world leading manufacturer, producer and distributor of unique solutions for battery chargers, power supplies and modular Lithium-ion battery systems. We started out as a supplier of battery chargers and power supplies, now we are one of the world's largest suppliers of battery and charger systems and products with installations all over the world. We are the market leader in Northern Europe and deliver more than 1 million battery chargers, Lithium-ion batteries and power supplies to customers and retailers globally.

 

Position Summary & Purpose: Join our team in the fast-growing charger and lithium-ion battery sectors to help shape the future of electrification. This position offers more than just a job; it is an opportunity to bridge the gap between advanced product development and real-world customer integration. As an Electrical Engineer you will serve as the technical lead for client projects, ensuring our battery and chargers technologies meet rigorous performance and safety standards. You will gain exposure to a diverse technical stack while collaborating across mechanical, electrical, software, and supply chain disciplines. As you grow in the role, you will have the opportunity to lead your own integration projects and drive innovation for global clients. 

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • System Design & Development: Develop detailed battery and charger design specifications based on customer input. Source components, perform evaluations, and create technical solutions.
  • Customer Integration & Technical Liaison: Serve as the primary technical point of contact to support the integration of our products into customer applications (e.g., Construction, Material Handling, and AGVs). This includes translating customer requirements into actionable engineering specifications, delivering technical presentations, and training stakeholders.
  • Validation & Compliance: Provide hands-on engineering support for testing, validation, and troubleshooting. Work with internal resources and NRTL agencies (UL, CSA) to certify products and ensure compliance with electrical standards.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with local and global engineering, R&D, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to optimize product performance and costs. 
  • Documentation & Continuous Improvement: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including data sheets, user manuals, validation test plans, and integration guides. Drive continuous improvements in engineering processes, identifying technical projects that lead to product innovation.

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Experience: 0-5 years of experience in battery technology, power systems, or related industries.
  • Technical Expertise: A solid understanding of physics, electrical design principles, and AC/DC electricity. Familiarity with, or an interest in three-phase power systems up to 600VAC. Comfortable using electrical test equipment such as digital multimeters, current probes, and oscilloscopes.
  • Communication: Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Travel: Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support our global customer base.

 

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

  • Industry Application Experience: Previous experience with automotive or industrial battery applications.
  • Regulatory & Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant industry safety and quality standards (e.g., ISO, UL). 
  • Software Proficiency: Proficiency with 2D/3D modeling software, simulation software, and Microsoft Office.
  • Global Mindset: Multilingual capabilities are a significant plus to support our global customer base.

 

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

  • Work Environment: Work is generally performed in a combination of office, engineering laboratory, and production floor environments.
  • Physical Demands: Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, tools or controls. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, and depth vision perception.

 

What We Offer:

  • Innovation-First Culture: We offer a collaborative and innovative work environment where you can help shape the future of electrification rather than just maintaining legacy systems.
  • Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional growth in a cutting-edge industry. 
  • Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package.

 

This role does not offer sponsorship employment benefits and being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. You must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or recent lawful permanent resident to apply.

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