Sales Engineer

Kelvin Group

$70K — $95K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent required
  • PE or EIT certification preferred
  • Strong knowledge of industrial refrigeration systems
  • Excellent problem-solving skills to convert client issues into opportunities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

Responsibilities

  • Provide prompt and professional service to meet customer needs
  • Support sales with project development, design, and proposals
  • Conduct site visits to recommend tailored refrigeration solutions
  • Utilize Kelvin Estimating Template for cost estimating
  • Maintain accurate records in Salesforce CRM
  • Participate in sales meetings and training sessions
  • Achieve sales targets to drive business growth

Benefits

  • Healthcare benefits available from Day 1
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching
  • Weekly pay schedule
  • Generous holiday schedule with 11 days per year
  • Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
  • Access to Learning & Development programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement for further education
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are seeking a competitive and highly motivated Sales Engineer to expand our team. The Industrial Refrigeration Sales Engineer will be responsible for driving new business opportunities and maintaining relationships with existing clients within the food and beverage industry. The successful candidate will leverage technical expertise in refrigeration systems to provide tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of clients, while working closely with the design and project management teams to ensure seamless project execution. This is a client-facing role that requires a strong understanding of industrial refrigeration systems, market trends, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical decision-makers. The position reports directly to the VP of Sales.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve the customer's needs through prompt, thorough and professional service.
  • Support the company's sales efforts in both construction and service. Work directly with sales department personnel to develop projects, project design/drawings, cost estimates, and proposal letters for presentation to customers.
  • Conduct site visits to assess client needs and propose appropriate refrigeration solutions.
  • Utilize the Kelvin Estimating Template or current estimating platform for all cost estimating. Adhere to all Deal Desk/Deal Scoring criteria set forth by Kelvin Group.
  • Utilize Salesforce (CRM) software in a disciplined manner to enable Kelvin-wide visibility of sales performance.
  • Participate and attend the Sales Meetings, seminars or training sessions as directed by RD&S management.
  • Achieve sales targets and contribute to overall business growth.


Requirements

Candidate must have a mechanical engineering degree or equivalent. A Professional Engineering certification (PE) or EIT certification is a plus. The individual should have strong technical and mechanical knowledge of industrial or commercial refrigeration systems, including ammonia, freon, or CO2 systems. The individual should also possess problem solving skills to identify client refrigeration issues and convert them into sales opportunities.
  • Ability to build and maintain business relationships with clients.
  • Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to multitask and complete work while traveling.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software applications.
  • Experience with AutoCAD
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.


Benefits:
  • Eligible for healthcare benefits on Day 1 of employment:
    • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Spending Account (DCSA)
    • Health Savings Account (HSA)
    • Company-paid Life Insurance; Supplemental Employee, Spouse, and Dependent Life
    • Accident Hospital Indemnity
    • Company-paid Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
    • Pet Insurance
  • Employer matched 401(k) saving plan (with Roth option)
  • Weekly paycheck
  • Generous paid holiday schedule (11 days per year)
  • Paid time off (vacation + sick time)
  • Learning & Development programs
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement


EOE - Disability/Veterans

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