Senior Product Applications Engineer I

Job description

We are seeking high‑calibre techno‑commercial leaders who can own customer engagements, architect solutions, and win complex opportunities in the Electrical Distribution domain. This is not a conventional presales role. You will operate as a frontline solution owner, combining business development, technical consulting, and digital architecture expertise to deliver high‑value project wins and profitable growth. Key Responsibilities Business Growth & Opportunity Conversion Drive end‑to‑end opportunity conversion across PBs, OEMs, EPCs, Consultants, and End Users Own large, complex, and strategic projects from early engagement to closure Influence specifications and buying decisions early in the project lifecycle Solution Leadership & Deal Closure Lead technical discussions, value positioning, and differentiation Act as the trusted technical partner to the sales organisation Architect and propose end‑to‑end MV & LV electrical solutions Digital & EcoStruxure Leadership Lead digital transformation conversations with customers Design and deploy EcoStruxure‑based architectures and applications Translate business challenges into scalable digital solutions (monitoring, analytics, energy optimisation) Technical Authority Across Projects Demonstrate deep expertise in: Power Distribution: Panels, ACB, MCCB, Switching, ATS and Final Distribution products Lead solutioning for Data Centres, Healthcare, Industrial, and Critical Infrastructure projects Commercial Ownership & Profitability Drive value‑based selling and margin expansion Influence pricing strategy (SPAs, DP, value‑based pricing) Ensure solutions align with both technical excellence and commercial outcomes Actively contribute to regional profitability improvement Demand Generation & Thought Leadership Lead innovation talks, customer events, and technology forums Position the organisation as a trusted advisor and technology leader Create pull for EcoStruxure digital power train solutions Commercial & Leadership Skills Strong customer influence and negotiation capability Excellent presentation and stakeholder management skills Operates as a self‑driven business owner Comfortable with ambiguity, complexity, and stretch targets Mindset We Value Ownership: You don’t support deals—you win them Digital‑first: You sell solutions, not products Customer‑centric: You solve real problems Growth‑driven: You consistently push for higher impact Success Metrics Conversion of strategic opportunities and key accounts Growth in EcoStruxure digital power train solution adoption Improvement in win rate and margins Strong customer engagement and repeat business 6–10 years in Electrical Distribution / Power Systems Strong background in presales, application engineering, or techno‑commercial roles Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? 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