Switchgear Specialist

Inline Electric Supply Company•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Switchgear Specialist prepares accurate, competitive, and timely quotations for switchgear and related electrical products. The role serves as a technical and commercial resource for customers and internal teams by interpreting project specifications, developing bills of material, and ensuring proposed solutions comply with applicable standards and project requirements. Success requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously. Inline Electric Supply Company is an employee-owned electrical distributor serving contractors and businesses across the Southeast. The company describes its culture as driven, trustworthy, loyal, curious, and positive, and emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, and employee ownership.

Requirements

Strong technical and analytical skills related to switchgear and electrical systems.
Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Strong time-management and organizational abilities.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Experience with switchgear products required.
Experience working with technical drawings, specifications, and electrical schematics required.
Valid driver’s license with an approved motor vehicle record.
Compliance with company drug-free workplace requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Distribution, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate and competitive switchgear quotes and bids in line with customer requirements and project deadlines.
Review and interpret technical schematics, electrical drawings, and project specifications to determine compliant product solutions.
Develop detailed bills of material from drawings, specifications, and written project documentation.
Provide technical guidance and product support to customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.
Ensure accurate transfer of data between customer project documentation and company systems, including electrical plans and schedules.
Maintain current knowledge of switchgear products, capabilities, warranties, services, and market conditions.
Collaborate with manufacturers, suppliers, and internal teams to support pricing, availability, and technical compliance.
Communicate clearly with customers and internal teams regarding scope, specifications, and quotation details.
Manage multiple bids and priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by leadership.