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Sales Application Engineer - Power Distribution Systems (35246)

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions
Buffalo, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2025

A global power distribution systems company is seeking an Sales Application Engineer to join their team. The purpose of this role is to provide prospective clients with technical consulting during the pre-sales process, to support the sales team and better position the company to win project bids.

Candidates must possess a strong knowledge of electrical power distribution and management systems in commercial / industrial settings, as well as the communication skills necessary to sell the company’s products and services against competitors in the marketplace. Through a combination of deep technical knowledge and customer-oriented problem-solving skills, the Application Engineer will develop a keen understanding of the specific needs of each prospective client and will be able to recommend company solutions to make their vision into reality.

Sales Application Engineer Key Responsibilities :

  • Visit engineering firms to present the company’s products and services to consulting engineers and clients, developing layouts and budget pricing as necessary
  • Provide technical support throughout the sales process to make sure each project satisfies the customer’s specifications, frequently meeting with clients to ensure clarity and timeliness, and provide suggestions to increase the company’s chances of winning bids
  • Review drawings and specifications for customer specifications and compliance, and maintain quality control and quality assurance standards throughout the pre-sales and execution process
  • Develop and maintain a list of accounts and key individuals, while being mindful of the company’s overall growth strategies, targeting electrical consultants and end-users for the company’s products,
  • Work with prospective clients to influence project specifications towards the company’s products
  • Provide internal input to R&D teams on industry trends, competitors, and customer demand
  • Develop technical presentation and documentation material
  • Provide estimations and quotations
  • Coordinate short circuit and arc flash studies, review relay settings and support field technicians as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Sales Application Engineer Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
  • A minimum six (6) years’ of experience in design, application, or sales of power distribution products
  • Able to travel as needed (up to 40%)
  • Expert knowledge of electrical power distribution, quality, control, reliability, and monitoring
  • Experience in business development and account management
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear and concise language
  • While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 15 pounds, lift in excess of 15 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts / equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
  • Other benefits :

  • Health, dental and vision insurance to the employee according to the Company policy
  • 401K plan with company match by the company rule
  • Long / short term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Company paid vacation 10 days (not to be taken more than ten days at a time)
  • A culture of work-life balance.
  • Please visit our website for more information.

    We screen all candidates and contact only those deemed qualified for our clients. If we do not reach you within a reasonable time frame, you will be eliminated from consideration.

    Note : This role may require extended periods of typing and occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.

    Equal Opportunity Employer :

    Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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