Electric Power Sales Engineer

Ziegler Caterpillar•Shakopee, MN

1d•$111,300 - $166,900

About The Position

Ziegler CAT is hiring an EPG Sales Engineer to develop sales opportunities with new and existing customers. The role supports Electric Power customers by addressing commercial account issues, providing technical documentation, supporting other sales engineers, and assisting with project management as needed. The position involves sales and technical work related to Electric Power Generation equipment, including analyzing project specifications, preparing proposals and quotations, and coordinating product support. Travel is up to 25%. Working conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor, and noise may be moderate at times.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 3 years of technical sales experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Clean driving record.
Working knowledge of internal combustion engine installations and drive trains.
Analytical skills.
Personal attributes: customer focus, problem solving, attention to detail, sociability, and achievement orientation.
Ability to travel up to 25%.

Nice To Haves

Electric Power, Electrician, Generator, or Reciprocating Engine experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Seek prospective customers and provide proposals for Electric Power Generation equipment.
Respond to current customer requests for Electric Power Generation equipment.
Analyze engineering specifications to quote equipment that meets project requirements.
Analyze Electric Power Generation sales opportunities in the territory and systematically target business opportunities.
Document project and component specifications required by individual customers.
Prepare sales quotations for customers using standard Ziegler formatting.
Support other Sales Engineers and customers by providing technical information, literature, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Learn about Cat and competitive products to offer solutions based on customer interests and concerns.
Quote and close sales transactions within assigned authority parameters and complete required sales documentation.
Coordinate support divisions within Ziegler and Caterpillar to manage product field service and product quality issues.
Document quotations, wins, losses, and other business activities.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
15 days of PTO in the first year, with accrual starting on day one.
9 paid holidays.
401(k) plan with company contribution and match.
Health Savings Account (HSA), with Ziegler contributing up to $1,000 tax-free each year.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid parental leave and funeral leave.
Fitness membership discount.
Education assistance.
Ongoing professional development and training.
Work/life balance.