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Sun SrceElectric Drive Application Engineer - ON/OFF Highway Mobile Equipment
SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationSavage, MN 55378
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentSunSource, Engineering
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedJan 14, 2026 · 9mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Size, select, and apply electric drives and motors for off-highway and mobile equipment
Develop and support system schematics for drives, controls, and accessories
Provide on-site validation, testing, and start-up support for OEM customers
Collaborate on identifying and qualifying new technology and vendor partners
Support Account Managers with technical expertise and application guidance
Deliver product training to customers and internal teams
2-year technical degree required
2+ years as an Application Engineer, Technical Specialist, or similar role
Experience developing, applying, and/or supporting electric drive solutions
Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, customer-focused mindset
Comfortable working in the field as well as in a technical office environment
4-year engineering degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or similar) preferred
Some travel may be required
Skills
electric drives
motors
system schematics
controls
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k)
About the company
SunSource and its family of companies represent 270+ locations and 4,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and value-added solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, Automation, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Repair. www.sun-source.com
About the role
Be part of the shift transforming mobile equipment from hydraulic and mechanical systems to electric drives. If you’re excited by electrification, hands-on engineering, and working closely with OEM customers, this is a chance to join a successful, established distributor helping to lead the electric vehicle revolution for off-highway and mobile equipment.
As an Electric Drive Technical Specialist, you’ll serve as the technical expert supporting electric drive solutions for mobile equipment. Reporting to Engineering and partnering closely with Sales, you’ll help customers design, validate, and implement reliable electric drive systems.
Essential Functions
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Size, select, and apply electric drives and motors for off-highway and mobile equipment
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Develop and support system schematics for drives, controls, and accessories
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Provide on-site validation, testing, and start-up support for OEM customers
•
Collaborate on identifying and qualifying new technology and vendor partners
•
Support Account Managers with technical expertise and application guidance
•
Deliver product training to customers and internal teams
Experience, Education and Skills
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2-year technical degree required
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4-year engineering degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or similar) preferred
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2+ years as an Application Engineer, Technical Specialist, or similar role
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Experience developing, applying, and/or supporting electric drive solutions
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Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, customer-focused mindset
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Comfortable working in the field as well as in a technical office environment
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Some travel may be required
Why Join us?
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We offer competitive compensation and benefits
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We are a well-established and still growing distributor that support our associates with growth and long-term career opportunities
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Be part of the rapid electrification of mobile and off-highway equipment
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Work on real-world applications with leading OEMs
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Combine engineering, customer interaction, and hands-on testing
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Based in Savage, MN, with access to a vibrant Twin Cities engineering community
Legal
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