Applications Engineering Associate

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a  Applications Engineering Associate to join the Electrical Infrastructure division in : Mississauga, ON.

Position Overview:  

Provides front-end engineering review of customer specifications, drawings, schedules and request-forquotation documents to ensure PBW quotations reflect the correct product configuration, technical requirements, scope inclusions, exclusions and risks. Acts as the engineering interface to Sales and Quotation teams before a proposal is issued, helping prevent missed requirements, incorrect product selection and downstream rework. 

What Will You Do?

• Review RFQs, customer specifications, single-line diagrams, drawings, BOMs, schedules and commercial scope documents at the start of the quotation process. 

• Interpret technical requirements and identify the appropriate PBW product configuration, options, accessories and application limits for cable bus and related products. 

• Prepare a clear specification review summary identifying required scope, exceptions, assumptions, exclusions, clarifications, deviations and items requiring customer confirmation. 

• Confirm quotations address applicable electrical ratings, environmental conditions, installation requirements, testing, documentation, certification and project-specific deliverables stated in the bid documents. 

• Escalate non-standard, high-risk or unclear applications to Product Engineering and coordinate technical review before Sales commits to a solution, price or delivery expectation. 

• Review sales proposals and quotation outputs for technical accuracy, completeness and consistency with the reviewed specifications before release to the customer. 

• Maintain review checklists, standard clarifications, lessons learned and application guidance to improve quotation quality and support future CPQ rules and automation. 

• Provide timely technical guidance and training to Sales and Quotation teams while remaining independent from commercial ownership and final pricing decisions. 

• Perform other duties, as assigned. 

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline; an equivalent combination of technical education and relevant experience will be considered. 

Experience

• Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience in applications engineering, product engineering, technical quotations, electrical equipment design or specification review. 

• Experience with cable bus, busway, switchgear, electrical distribution equipment or engineeredto-order manufacturing is preferred. 

• Requirements Analysis, Product Specifications, Electrical Drawings, Technical Specification Review, Product Configuration, Sales Proposals, Risk Identification, Technical Writing, Cost Awareness, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Clarifications, Microsoft Office; experience with Salesforce, Odoo, CPQ tools or CAD is preferred. 

• Strong attention to detail, sound engineering judgement, clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple bid deadlines with a quality-first mindset. 

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Bridging power from sources to pathways to touchpoints, Legrand’s Electrical Infrastructure division combines innovation and quality to provide leading solutions for an evolving energy landscape. Our expertly designed products enable customers to confidently address the complex needs and challenges of electrification, while enhancing everyday experiences like plugging in, switching on, and staying connected. Committed to best-in-class service at every stage, we act as a trusted partner for our customers to ensure each project’s success and their continued satisfaction. Legrand's Electrical Infrastructure division includes the following brands and product lines: Girtz, Avtron, Power Bus Way, Cablofil, Connectrac, Wiremold and Pass & Seymour.

Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.