Product Engineering Specialist

Job Purpose & Reporting Structure

The VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) Product Specialist I is responsible for supporting the application, sale, training and troubleshooting of ABB’s HVAC VFDs. ABB Drives is a global technology leader, and our client represents ABB HVAC VFDs and Motors in the Eastern PA market. The Product Specialists are instrumental in maintaining their dominance in the VFD market.

This position will report to the Sr. VFD Product Specialist.

We are seeking a person who can act not only as subject matter expert on ABB VFDs and Motors, but also demonstrate familiarity with other related HVAC equipment and systems. Primary responsibilities include selection and proper application of VFDs, remote & on-site technical/application support, internal support/training of inside/outside sales and technicians, presenting technical content to end-users and specifying engineers, along with working closely with the ABB VFD factory on the market’s needs on current and future products. This position requires the ability to build strong relationships and provide differentiating technical expertise in the market.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, both in the office, the field (sites) and at customer offices. The position has numerous internal and external customers, sales teams, vendors and factories, all of which the VFD Specialist may be part of or lead.
• Education and/or relevant experience as described below
• Ability to grasp technical concepts thoroughly and quickly
• Strong communication skills written and verbal
• Ability to present technical concepts to less technical audiences
• Thorough and detail oriented is very important
• Ability to multitask and remain organized and detail oriented is a key attribute

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in technical field (Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred), or Technical School (Associate’s degree) training with Electrical or Mechanical focused content, or similar military technical training. Previous experience with VFDs or HVAC products is a plus.