Sales Engineer III

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with industrial clients to collect operational requirements and devise suitable control system architectures.

• Create estimates for comprehensive integration solutions, which encompass engineering, control panel fabrication, desktop HMI, PLC programming, field installation, and commissioning.

• Analyze proposal specifications and drawings to prepare estimates for industrial electrical projects.

• Estimate costs for new constructions and retrofit upgrades.

• Recognize opportunities to upgrade aging industrial infrastructure and transition legacy PLC platforms.

• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site visits to verify take-offs.

• Prepare project take-offs, submittals, and proposals.

• Solicit vendor quotes for equipment and materials, including PLC and HMI hardware/software.

• Complete documents required by clients punctually.

• Draft detailed scope inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications for estimates.

• Identify and fulfill customer needs and requirements.

• Engage with employees, vendors, clients, and other stakeholders.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of estimates and supplier pricing records.

• Provide support to personnel in other departments, including estimates in different disciplines.

• Execute additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in the industrial electrical sector.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in construction estimating.

• Journeyman Electrician license is preferred.

• Thorough knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and standards.

• Strong functional understanding of various PLC platforms and industrial networks.

• Capability to conceptualize and specify complete PLC/HMI hardware and software solutions based on limited customer input.

• A background in automation and controls, including PLCs, instrumentation, valves, mechanical control panels, and electrical control panels is advantageous.

• Familiarity with NECA rates and structures.

• Knowledge of NEC/NFPA-70E standards.

• Understanding of material quoting, RFQs, and vendor relationships.

• Ability to address or escalate specification conflicts and inaccuracies in drawings.

• Experience with estimating/installing electrical raceway, including cable tray, EMT, rigid, IMC, and plastibond, along with associated fittings and appurtenances.

• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical and automation construction drawings, wiring details, installation details, P&IDs, layout drawings, panel drawings, and BOMs.

• Capability to interpret complex construction specifications related to electrical, automation, and control mechanical means and methods.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, AutoCAD/AutoCAD LT, Adobe Acrobat/Bluebeam, and advanced/expert Accubid.

• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing in English.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, contractors, owners, and specialty equipment suppliers to clarify scopes and necessary materials/equipment.

• Capacity to prioritize and manage multiple tasks amidst changing priorities.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player in a remote work environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.

• Retirement savings plan with company match.

• Flexible working hours and remote work opportunities.

• Professional development and training programs.