Sales Engineer - Industrial Automation

Graybar

$98K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of relevant sales, marketing, or field experience
  • Associate degree from technical college or equivalent required
  • Preferred 11+ years of experience in the field
  • Familiarity with high-tech automation and control products
  • Understanding of engineering principles related to automation
  • Knowledge of suppliers' automation products
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Ability to work with management and assess customer needs
  • Capable of presenting complex solutions clearly

Responsibilities

  • Specify and tailor products to meet customer needs
  • Recommend and manage inventory of automation products
  • Update sales staff and customers on automation technology developments
  • Provide customer support for the operation and maintenance of automation equipment
  • Assist both customers and company personnel with technical support and product updates

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug options
  • Life insurance coverage with additional family options
  • Flexible spending accounts to save on expenses
  • Disability benefits at no cost to employees
  • Profit sharing plans to participate in company success
  • 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
  • Paid vacation and sick days
  • Paid holidays observed throughout the year
  • Paid wellness day to prioritize health
  • Community time off for volunteering
  • Predictable work schedules with no weekends or night shifts
  • Employee recognition program for achievements
  • Educational reimbursement and career development opportunities
  • Additional perks to support well-being and career growth
Full Job Description
As a Sales Engineer - Industrial Automation, you will support the sales of high-tech automation and control products and work with branch personnel to identify opportunities for products to satisfy customer needs.

In this role you will:
  • Specify products to meet customer requirements and needs
  • Recommend inventory of automation products
  • Inform sales staff and customers of new developments in automation and related products technology
  • Provide technical services to customers for the operation and maintenance of automation equipment
  • Provide technical support of automation and control products to customers and Company personnel and new product updates


What you bring to the table:
  • Minimum 1 year of experience required in progressively more responsible sales, marketing, and/or field experience
  • 2 year degree required, Technical college or equivalent
  • 11+ years experience preferred
  • Knowledge of high-tech automation and control products
  • Knowledge of engineering principles related to customer automation products
  • Knowledge of suppliers' automation products
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Interpersonal, organizational and team building skills
  • Ability to work effectively with management and evaluate customer needs
  • Ability to clearly present complex solutions to non-technical staff
  • Ability to make oral and written presentations to internal and external contacts
  • Extensive travel required


Pay Details:

The expected salary for this position is starting at $98,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible based on specific and relevant business metrics.

This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company-assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax-free reimbursement. More information about Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.

TheValue of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:
  • Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
  • Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
  • Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
  • Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
  • Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
  • Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
  • Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
  • Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
  • Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
  • Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
  • And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.


Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

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