Motor Applications Engineer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Houston, Texas, United States
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 2+ years of experience in Applications Engineering, Product Engineering, Technical Support, Sales Engineering, or a related technical role.
- Experience working with industrial equipment, rotating machinery, electric motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), or power systems.
- Ability to analyze technical requirements and develop practical engineering solutions.
- Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Nice to have
- Experience with AC induction motors, electric machine theory, motor applications, or industrial power systems.
- Experience supporting customers in industrial markets such as manufacturing, oil & gas, water/wastewater, mining, metals, utilities, or material handling.
- Familiarity with motor performance characteristics, efficiency standards, and electrical distribution systems.
- Experience with technical presentations, customer-facing engineering support, or sales support functions.
Full description
About Toshiba International Corporation
Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) is a leading manufacturer of industrial power electronics, motors, drives, and automation solutions that power critical industries worldwide. Our Low Voltage AC Induction Motor team supports customers across industrial manufacturing, oil & gas, utilities, water/wastewater, mining, material handling, and other essential markets.
We are seeking a technically driven Motor Application Engineer who is passionate about solving customer challenges, supporting industrial applications, and working with industry-leading motor technologies. This position offers significant exposure to customers, sales teams, product development, and emerging motor technologies.
Position Summary
The Motor Application Engineer serves as the technical expert supporting Toshiba's Low Voltage AC Induction Motor product portfolio. This role partners closely with customers, sales engineers, distributors, and internal engineering teams to evaluate applications, develop technical solutions, prepare quotations, and provide product recommendations that drive customer success.
The ideal candidate combines strong engineering fundamentals with excellent communication skills and enjoys working directly with customers to solve complex industrial challenges. This position offers opportunities to influence product development, conduct technical training, support strategic projects, and contribute to business growth.
What You'll DoTechnical Application Support
- Analyze customer requirements, specifications, and operating conditions to recommend optimal Low Voltage AC Induction Motor solutions.
- Provide technical guidance on motor selection, sizing, performance, efficiency, starting methods, and system integration.
- Evaluate customer engineering specifications and ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
- Support quotation development by reviewing technical requirements and recommending appropriate products and configurations.
- Assist customers, distributors, and sales teams during all phases of the sales cycle, from initial inquiry through commissioning and post-sale support.
Customer & Sales Engagement
- Serve as a trusted technical resource for customers, consulting engineers, EPC firms, distributors, and sales personnel.
- Deliver technical presentations, product demonstrations, and training programs to customers and sales teams.
- Support customer meetings, factory visits, conferences, and industry events.
- Respond to technical inquiries and help resolve application, installation, and performance issues.