B.S. in Engineering or Mechatronics or equivalent experience preferred
5 years of experience in electrical/automation work
Strong knowledge of electrical and automation principles
Ability to read and understand technical drawings
Proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks
Strong customer service and communication skills
Good driving record
Responsibilities
Participate directly in sales efforts to secure orders
Coordinate electrical and automation systems with branches and regional managers
Identify target accounts and prospects to enhance sales pipeline
Collaborate with marketing to create promotional materials and events
Provide marketing suggestions for digital content and social media
Deliver advanced technical support via various communication methods
Educate customers and team members on new products and technologies
Determine warranty claim resolutions and collaborate with suppliers
Conduct technical training for customers and team members
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with company matching
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Full Job Description
The day-to-day work of the Application Sales Engineer involves meeting with customers and/or team members, providing technical advice and assistance on product selection and sizing, creating proposals or assisting in proposals with suppliers and team members, providing training to customers and team members, and assisting with product-specific marketing such as eCommerce.
As an Application Sales Engineer, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Directly participate in sales efforts to close orders • Coordinate electrical and automation systems with various Branches and Regional Managers • Identify target accounts and prospects • Work with the marketing team to produce marketing materials and events promoting unit and package handling. • Provide marketing suggestions for social media posts and other digital content • Utilize AutoCAD, Solidworks, and manufacturer-provided software • Provide advanced-level technical application support via phone, video conference, or in person • Stay current on new products and technologies and educate Customers and Purvis Team Members about these new developments • Determine final disposition of warranty claims and work with suppliers to resolve difficult cases • Produce and present technical training for Customers and Purvis Team Members about electrical and automation products.
Other duties as assigned by Management.
Skills & Abilities • Strong knowledge of electrical/automation principles and creative problem solving • Strong customer service and communication skills • Strong work ethic and attention to detail • Ability to read and understand technical drawings • Proficiencies: Computer Drafting Software (SolidWorks or AutoCAD), Microsoft Office, Teams • Good driving record
Education & Experience • Prefer a B.S. in Engineering or Mechatronics or equivalent experience • Five (5) years of electrical/automation work
Job Type: Full-time, 8-hour days M-F
Travel: up to 50% domestic
Pay: Commensurate with experience, car provided
Benefits Available: • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • 401(k) with company matching • Flexible Spending Account • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Short-Term / Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance
