Goodwin Recruiting
Sales Proposal Switchgear Engineer
Des Plaines, ILSales$90,000 - $120,000
Job Summary
Our client, a private equity-backed manufacturer specializing in quick-ship and custom switchgear solutions, boasts an 80-year legacy and is poised for rapid expansion into new and established markets. We are looking for a motivated Sales Engineer to drive business growth by analyzing quotation opportunities, estimating project costs, and preparing comprehensive customer proposals.
Sales Proposal Switchgear Engineer Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Performance-based bonus plan
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Excellent opportunities for career advancement
Sales Proposal Switchgear Engineer Key Responsibilities:
- Respond swiftly to customer quotation inquiries
- Quickly assess client challenges and offer technical solutions using electrical expertise
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to develop tailored solutions that address customer needs while evaluating project risks, profitability, scope, and timelines
- Position the company as the go-to consultant and problem-solver for clients
Sales Proposal Switchgear Engineer Qualifications:
- BA or BS with 2+ years of electrical power industry experience, or Associate Degree with 4+ years of experience, or HS diploma with 10+ years of relevant experience
- Strong knowledge of switchboards, switchgear, electrical distribution systems, electrical/mechanical principles, control wiring, and schematics; experience with voltage ranges from <600V to 69KV
- Proven track record in effective proposal processes and methods
- Solid financial understanding, particularly related to profit margins
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Darin Poage