Sr. Application Engineer - Electrical

About the Role

The position is part of the Project Systems Engineering team and is responsible for electrical engineering work related to integrating power‑generation equipment in direct‑account customer projects. It requires extensive client interaction, coordination with R&D and custom engineering teams in Friedrichshafen and Mankato, and ongoing support to the Project Systems Execution team. Key responsibilities include managing design and development for new or existing products, acting as the technical authority for a key direct account, and serving as the primary engineering point of contact for all RRSA design activities. The engineer will guide the design of generator‑set control systems, wiring harnesses, electrical diagrams, automatic voltage regulators, transformers, distribution panels, motor controls, protective relays, LV & MV switchgear, and other electrical aspects, while verifying manufacturer drawings for compliance with specifications and electrical codes. The role also involves preparing equipment specifications, selecting effective design concepts, and reviewing customer specifications against MTU designs to identify compliance, deviations, or exemptions. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with at least five years of relevant experience (or nine years without a degree), and be willing to travel up to 30% for business. • Manage design and development of generator‑set control systems and related electrical components for key accounts. • Act as technical authority and primary engineering point of contact for RRSA design activities. • Verify manufacturer wiring drawings, schematics, and one‑line diagrams for compliance with specifications and electrical codes. • Prepare and finalize specifications for major electrical equipment. • Select design concepts and technologies for new products or improvements. • Review customer specifications against MTU designs to identify compliance, deviations, or exemptions. • Follow ERP procedures and uphold Rolls‑Royce Code of Conduct and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸system design
• ▸technical authority
• ▸drawing review
• ▸spec development
• ▸concept selection
• ▸client coordination

What You Bring

Rolls‑Royce is seeking a Sr. Applications Engineer – Electrical to pioneer the next generation of innovation. The role offers the opportunity to develop skills in an international environment for a globally recognized company. • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years (or 9+ years without degree) of relevant experience. • Willingness to travel up to 30% for business trips. • Knowledge of diesel/gas reciprocating engines and AC power systems. • Strong organization, planning, communication, leadership, and negotiation skills. • Ability to read and interpret line, ladder, and point‑to‑point diagrams. • Proficiency with AutoCAD LT/Electrical, PLC programming, MS Office; SAP/Windchill experience. • OSHA30 certification.

Requirements

• ▸ee degree
• ▸autocad lt
• ▸plc programming
• ▸sap
• ▸osha30
• ▸leadership

Benefits

Preferred qualifications include strong knowledge of diesel and gas reciprocating engines, AC power systems, excellent communication and leadership skills, and proficiency with AutoCAD, PLC programming, SAP/Windchill, and MS Office. Rolls‑Royce offers a competitive salary ranging from $90,985 to $136,477, a discretionary bonus, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, paid time off, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and a long‑term incentive plan, while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. • Competitive salary $90,985‑$136,477 plus discretionary bonus. • Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, HSA. • 401(k) plan with company match. • Paid time off, holidays, parental/family care leave, tuition reimbursement. • Long‑term incentive plan.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time