Pre-Sales Application Engineer – Critical Power — Centiel
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- other
- Posted
- 3 days ago
Role overview
Job profile Pre-sales Application Engineer – Critical Power ## About us Centiel is a Switzerland-based technology company that develops, manufactures, and supplies power protection solutions for critical infrastructure.
Its product portfolio includes uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems designed to support operational continuity and energy efficiency.
The company builds on engineering expertise in transformer- less and modular UPS technologies.
Centiel operates through a network of subsidiaries and channel partners to serve customers in various international markets.
Centiel (CNTL) is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange.
Note: In line with our strategic growth, we are proactively collecting applications for this position as part of a forward- looking recruiting initiative.
This means we are evaluating candidate profiles today to anticipate future hiring needs aligned with our development plans.
Who we are looking for We are looking for a technically strong and customer-oriented Pre-sales Application Engineer to support our Sales organization.
The ideal candidate is able to translate customer needs into effective technical solutions and contribute to winning competitive bids.
You will be involved in the pre-sales phase, from customer requirement analysis to technical solution design, quotation support, and tender preparation, contributing directly to customer satisfaction and the growth of Centiel’s global business.
- Analyze customer requirements and develop technically sound UPS and power protection solutions aligned with customer needs and Centiel product standards.
- Prepare accurate technical proposals, costings, and tender documents to support competitive offers.
- Skills & Experience
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Main responsibilities
- Analyze customer requirements and develop technically sound UPS and power protection solutions aligned with customer needs and Centiel product standards.
- Prepare accurate technical proposals, costings, and tender documents to support competitive offers.
- Collaborate with Sales to strengthen value propositions, improve offer quality, and increase conversion rates.
- Engage with customers to clarify technical needs, explain proposed solutions, and build confidence in Centiel’s technical approach.
- Coordinate with suppliers and partners to secure competitive pricing, technical input, and delivery conditions.
- Support a clear technical handover to Project Management once a project is awarded. Candidate profile
- Fair salary in line with the responsibilities of the role
- Flexibility and attention to personal needs in relation to professional activity Autonomy in carrying out tasks
- Stimulating, open, and inclusive work environment
Key requirements
- Skills & Experience
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Application process
- Workplace conveniently located near public transport, with covered parking, showers and changing rooms, and close to natural trails that make it easy to combine work with sports activities. How to apply
- Job profile Pre-sales Application Engineer – Critical Power
- About us Centiel is a Switzerland-based technology company that develops, manufactures, and supplies power protection solutions for critical infrastructure.
- Its product portfolio includes uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems designed to support operational continuity and energy efficiency.
- The company builds on engineering expertise in transformer- less and modular UPS technologies.
- Centiel operates through a network of subsidiaries and channel partners to serve customers in various international markets.
- Centiel (CNTL) is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange.
- Who we are looking for We are looking for a technically strong and customer-oriented Pre-sales Application Engineer to support our Sales organization.
Additional details
- Note: In line with our strategic growth, we are proactively collecting applications for this position as part of a forward- looking recruiting initiative.
- You will be involved in the pre-sales phase, from customer requirement analysis to technical solution design, quotation support, and tender preparation, contributing directly to customer satisfaction and the growth of Centiel’s global business. Permanent full-time contract (100%)
- Support a clear technical handover to Project Management once a project is awarded. Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- Every Centiel employee is expected to embody these values through proactive problem-solving, transparent collaboration, and a continuous desire to learn, improve, and contribute positively to our culture and brand. Expected results in the first 6–12 months
- Strengthen collaboration with sales, engineering, and external partners Ensure smooth, complete, and structured technical handover of won projects to Project Management.
- Flexibility and attention to personal needs in relation to professional activity Autonomy in carrying out tasks
- Workplace conveniently located near public transport, with covered parking, showers and changing rooms, and close to natural trails that make it easy to combine work with sports activities.
Notes and original content
- In line with our strategic growth, we are proactively collecting applications for this position as part of a forward- looking recruiting initiative.
- This means we are evaluating candidate profiles today to anticipate future hiring needs aligned with our development plans.
- You will be involved in the pre-sales phase, from customer requirement analysis to technical solution design, quotation support, and tender preparation, contributing directly to customer satisfaction and the growth of Centiel’s global business.
- Contract details
- Permanent full-time contract (100%)
- Starting date: TBD
- Responsibilities
- Support a clear technical handover to Project Management once a project is awarded.
- Candidate profile
- Qualifications, Skills & Experience
