Job Information
Actalent Application Engineer in Post Falls, Idaho
Job Title: Application EngineerJob Description
This position is responsible for providing Application Engineering and Electrical Technical Support to the engineering and sales teams, representative firms, and end customers. The role requires significant customer interaction to support the sales process, assist in marketing technical products, and provide guidance on new offerings related to low-voltage switchgear and high-capacity surge suppression solutions for AC, DC, telecom, industrial, and high-speed industrial Ethernet applications.
Responsibilities
Serve as the first point of contact for Electrical, Technical, and Application Engineering support.
Collaborate as part of a cross-functional team to develop customer-driven products and solutions from concept through completion.
Provide field engineering support, including site visits and audits as needed.
Partner with the Marketing team to develop technical marketing materials.
Produce white papers that explain the application, benefits, and performance of company products.
Evaluate opportunities for new product development and initiate proposals to address emerging market needs.
Deliver training to customers, sales teams, and representative firms on the proper application and use of company products.
Essential Skills
BSEE or MSEE degree required
2 - 5 years of related experience
Ability to communicate technical information in a sales-related environment
Knowledge of North American AC power infrastructure and applicable standards
Practical, hands-on approach to troubleshooting
Adaptable to changing company needs
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with power protection in telecommunications, energy, defense, solar power, industrial automation, and/or control industries is helpful
Experience with manufacturing processes is a plus
Work Environment
Collaboration with sales staff and customers will take place through phone calls, video conferences, and on-site meetings. The role requires a practical, hands-on approach and adaptability to changing company needs.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Post Falls, ID.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $100000.00/yr.
What we offer
• Excellent benefit package
• Paid Time Off from day one
• 10 company paid annual holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Generous 401(k) employer contribution
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Post Falls,ID.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.