ABB Ltd

Business Development Engineer

ABB Ltd$80K — $120K *
US-Anywhere
+ 4 other locationsRemote
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical or similar) or equivalent work experience
  • 3+ years of experience in cold-calling, technical sales, business development, and lead generation; prior automation industry preferred
  • Experience with Machine and Motion Control desirable
  • Ability to understand and explain technical products and solutions helpful
  • Travel up to 50%-75% within territory (mostly domestic with occasional international); valid passport required
  • Applicants must be authorized to work permanently in the US without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Grow sales of B&R's complete product range by pursuing new and existing opportunities
  • Identify and develop the best technical solutions for customer applications
  • Hold in-depth technical presentations and discussions with customers
  • Expand customer base by executing a Target Account Business Plan
  • Develop and document market intelligence using B&R’s CRM system
  • Collaborate with Marketing and Business Development to enhance sales efforts
  • Attend trade shows to seek potential customers and represent B&R during these events
  • Increase sales with existing customers through exceptional support and new product introductions

Benefits

  • Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Collaborative team environment that celebrates progress
  • Chance to make a tangible impact in the field of automation
  • Support for leading initiatives and problem-solving efforts
Full Job Description
This position reports to: Regional Sales Manager - North America East

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B&R Industrial Automation, a segment of ABB’s Automation Business, is hiring for a Business Development Engineer to drive new business and market penetration in North America, specifically on the Eastern part of the United States. The Business Development Engineer will play an integral role in identifying untapped markets and growing the customer base in the territory.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

  • Grow sales of B&R's complete product range in the territory by working on new and existing sales opportunities
  • Identify, define, and develop the best technical solution and strategy for customerapplications
  • Hold in-depth technical presentations and discussions with thecustomers
  • Expand customer base through the development and execution of a Target Account Business Plan
  • Develop market intelligence and document this knowledge in B&Rs CRM system (Customer Relationship Management) system
  • Work with Marketing, Business Development, and other resources to promote salesefforts
  • Attend trade shows to seek out potential customers and torepresentB&R at theseshows; attend yearly sales meetings andworkshops
  • Increase sales with existing customers through exceptional sales support as well as the introduction of new products andservices
  • Additionalduties asassigned

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications for the Role:

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical or similar) or equivalent work experience
  • 3+ years relevant experience in cold-calling, technical sales, business development and lead generation; prior automation industry preferred
  • Experience with Machine and Motion Controldesirable
  • Ability to understand and explain technical products andsolutions helpful
  • Travel up to 50% - 75% within territory (mostly domestic with occasional international); applicants must possess a valid passport
  • Applicants should possess authorization that would allow them to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship

Join the Automation Team!

If you think that you have what it takes to accept this great position, we want to talk to you!

Whats in it for you?

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether youre solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. Youll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

More about us

B&R Industrial Automation is a leading developer and manufacturer of control systems for the industrial automation market. The company was founded in 1979 inEggelsberg, Austria, and specializes in a complete range of innovative Programmable Controllers, Industrial PCs, Operator Interfaces, Servo Drives and Motion Control products. The North American subsidiary, B&R Industrial Automation Corp., was founded in 1987 in Roswell, GA, andis responsible forall North American sales activities, as well as supporting our customers with engineering and technicalexpertise.

B&R North America is also supported by our regional offices in Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA; Minneapolis, MN; Boston, MA; and Milwaukee, WI; as well as Toronto and Montreal in Canada. In addition, B&R goes to market through our automation partners, a distribution network consistingof independent companies, each with an exclusive B&R sales territory. B&R has over4,000 employees worldwide and more than 200 sales offices in 70 countries. In June 2017, B&R wasacquiredby Asea, Brown, andBoveri(ABB), a worldwide technology leader based in Switzerland with over 132,000 employees and over $32B in annual sales.

Benefits: Our benefits? Competitive, comprehensive, and crafted with you in mind.

About ABB Ltd

ABB Ltd is a Swiss multinational corporation that specializes in electrical equipment. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. ABB operates in a variety of industries, including power generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as automation and robotics. The company's products and services are used in a range of applications, from electric vehicles to renewable energy systems. ABB has a global presence, with operations in more than 100 countries. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact.
Learn more about ABB Ltd
Size
104,400 employees
Market Cap
$59.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.1 billion
Founded
1988
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$26.1 billion
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