Distribution Sales Engineer

Siemens•Raleigh, NC

5d•$74,970 - $156,794•Hybrid

About The Position

Siemens is hiring a Distribution Sales Engineer for its Electrical Products Portfolio. The position is based in the greater Raleigh, North Carolina, or Richmond, Virginia, area and supports Siemens Distribution and Electrical Contractor opportunities. The role provides product and training support across products including panelboards, switchboards, lighting panels, molded case circuit breakers, IEC/NEMA control, safety switches, and residential products. The engineer develops and maintains business plans, identifies growth trends and contractor conversion opportunities, manages action items and promotional events, conducts training, follows up on leads, and handles day-to-day distributor functions. The role also develops strategic account plans and builds relationships with executive management and other decision makers. Siemens describes the work mode as hybrid (remote/office), with travel required 25% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of experience in the Power Distribution market, such as with an electrical distributor, electrical manufacturer, or manufacturer's agent.
At least 5 years of experience with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel.
Ability to travel 25% of the time.
Valid driver's license in good standing.
At least 21 years of age to participate in the required Siemens vehicle plan.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
Experience selling to electrical distribution and contractors.
At least 5 years of knowledge of the low-voltage distribution product line.
At least 5 years of experience building or maintaining customer relationships through direct interaction.
High initiative and drive to meet goals.

Responsibilities

Develop and support Siemens Distribution and Electrical Contractor opportunities.
Provide product and training support for panelboards, switchboards, lighting panels, molded case circuit breakers, IEC/NEMA control, safety switches, residential products, and related offerings.
Build and maintain a business plan by identifying growth trends in targeted verticals and contractor conversion opportunities.
Manage action items and promotional events, conduct training, follow up on leads, and manage existing day-to-day distributor functions.
Develop and implement strategic account plans to meet stakeholder expectations.
Develop relationships with key executive management and other decision makers.