The Sales Engineer partners with our Sales Teams in various ways in a pre-sale's technical role, providing technical consultancy and specialized support to augment the sales effort, giving demonstrations and technical presentations for customers, partners and prospects showcasing A/V product solutions, explaining features/benefits to customers and designing and configuring products to meet specific customer needs. What You Will be doing: • Provide technical expertise to support the architecture, installation and planning of audio, video and control solutions • Research and analyze the capabilities of available hardware and software options • May have direct customer interaction through the life cycle of a sale, communicating with all levels of staff and customers, ranging from project managers to corporate executives • Design audiovisual systems of various hardware and software components that work together as one integrated system and that meet customer's specific needs • Assists with the development of formal sales plans and proposals Requirements to Assure Success: • Prior experience in the service and installation of audio, video and presentation systems • Knowledgeable of control systems programming as well as CAD Software and drawings • Communication, leadership, customer relation skills, and the ability to work independently and to be self-directed have direct results on success in this position • Ability to read engineering schematics and communicate design intent • Expert level knowledge of videoconferencing products and unified communications technologies • CTS and CTS-D certifications are a plus, but not required with the right experience. Any other industry related certs or training are also a plus. (Ex: Crestron, Extron, Biamp, QSC, Shure etc.) Why Should You Apply? At FORTÉ, your work matters, and it's easy to see the impact you make. That's because we're 100% employee-owned, and everyone here has a stake in how we show up - for each other, our customers, and the future we're building. You'll join a team that values your strengths, supports your growth, and shares your commitment to doing work that moves people and organizations forward. With bold momentum and a clear mission, FORTÉ is a place where you can bring your best - and build what's next. The benefits of ownership At FORTÉ, you're not just covered - you're supported. Our employee-owners have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and help you do your best work. Here's a look at what we offer: • Healthcare, vision & dental coverage to keep you and your family well • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for more control over your healthcare dollars • Employer-paid life and disability insurance for added peace of mind • 401(k) with company match to invest in your future • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) so you benefit directly from our shared success • Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities to support your growth • Employer-paid employee assistance program to care for your physical, mental, and financial health • Paid time off that helps you truly disconnect