ABB Ltd

Generator Sales Specialist

ABB Ltd$68K — $109K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Illinois City, IL
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent industry experience
  • 3-5 years of experience in sales, applications engineering, or technical support for industrial rotating equipment
  • Experience with industrial generators or motors is preferred
  • Strong technical problem-solving and customer-facing skills
  • Effective communication abilities with diverse stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary sales support for the Caterpillar account in Lafayette, IN.
  • Act as the liaison between ABB North America and Global CAT teams
  • Develop strong customer relationships to increase ABB's market share
  • Deliver timely generator proposals adhering to customer needs
  • Provide business insights to ABB leadership for strategic growth
  • Support sales teams with technical expertise for generator prospects
  • Monitor market trends and analyze competitive activity

Benefits

  • Choice of two medical plan options
  • Two dental plan choices available
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • Short and long term disability coverage with company contributions
  • Paid parental leave and employee assistance programs
  • 401k plan with company contributions
Full Job Description
This position reports to:
VP, Regional Business Line Manager - Induction Motors

Your role and responsibilities

The Sales Support Specialist is responsible for supporting and expanding ABB's generator business with Caterpillar in Lafayette, Indiana, while also providing technical and commercial support to the Motion High Power (MOHP) North America Sales team. This role serves as a key liaison between customers, sales, and the Generator Business Line, delivering application expertise, developing commercial solutions, and driving growth across the North American generator market.

The work model for the role is: remote within two hours of Layfette, Indiana.

Your role and responsibilities:

Caterpillar Account Support and Growth
  • Serve as the primary sales support resource for the Caterpillar account in Lafayette, IN.
  • Work as a link between ABB NAM, Global CAT teams and ABB Global account teams
  • Build strong customer relationships and identify opportunities to increase ABB's market share.
  • Develop and deliver timely generator proposals that meet customer application requirements.
  • Provide business insights and recommendations to ABB leadership to support account growth and strategic initiatives.

Technical and Commercial Sales Support
  • Support MOHP North America sales teams with technical expertise and commercial solutions for generator opportunities.
  • Evaluate customer requirements and recommend optimal generator solutions in collaboration with the Generator Business Line.
  • Participate in customer meetings, technical presentations, negotiations, and training activities.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for industrial generator applications and assist in resolving customer challenges.
  • Market Intelligence and Business Development
  • Monitor North American generator market trends, customer needs, and competitive activity.
  • Analyze wins, losses, and market opportunities to improve ABB's competitive position and sales effectiveness.
  • Contribute technical content, market insights, and risk assessment information to support business objectives and strategic planning.

Location and Travel Requirements
  • Must reside within approximately two hours of Lafayette, Indiana.
  • Expected travel requirement: approximately 25%.


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:
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sales, applications engineering, or technical support for industrial rotating equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with industrial generators, motors, or other rotating electrical equipment.
  • Strong technical problem-solving and customer-facing skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with customers, sales teams, engineering teams, and leadership.
  • Experience developing technical proposals and commercial solutions.
  • Knowledge of industrial power generation applications and markets within North America.


While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $68,600 and $109,760 annually and is bonus eligible.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more

Health, Life & Disability
  • Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
  • Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
  • Vision benefit
  • Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
  • Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
  • Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
  • Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
  • Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
  • Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
  • Employee discount program


Retirement
  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)


Time off

Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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
NASDAQ

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