What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Sales Engineering Manager position at LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.?
Senior Sales Engineering ManagerRemote (West Coast area)Company OverviewLG Energy Solution Vertech, Inc. (LGES Vertech) is a full-service energy storage system supplier and integrator. Using our core strengths of expert service to our customers, unparalleled safety, and excellence in manufacturing, we bring standardized, fully integrated energy storage systems to a rapidly growing worldwide market. Our systems address our customers' needs to reduce capital equipment and installation costs while enhancing system level performance and reliability using automated monitoring systems and analytics across the battery, power conditioning and auxiliary systems. Our AEROS® energy operating system is the engine of innovation to provide advanced control functions allowing our customers to maximize the value of their energy storage assets. Our service capabilities include advanced monitoring and analytics, scheduled maintenance, augmentation, and auxiliary system upgrades. The combination of excellence in battery technology and production coupled with nearly two decades of energy storage integration makes LGES Vertech a leading supplier and integrator in the power and energy markets. LG ES Vertech is a part of LG ES which is headquartered in Korea and develops the batteries that are part of the systems integrated solutions that LG ES Vertech provides. LG ES is a global leader in battery technology.LGES Vertech empowers and expects its team members to assume responsibility and make good decisions, while maintaining a team environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our diverse and growing team enjoys competitive salaries, generous benefits, including 100% employer sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance, and flexible working hours.For more information about LGESVT, please visit www.lgensol-vt.com.Position OverviewThe Sales Engineering Senior Manager will lead a high-performing technical team responsible for supporting the sales process of battery energy storage systems. This includes overseeing review of request for proposals (RFPs), technical sizing, technical proposal generation, contract exhibit preparation, modeling and tool development, and technical support including for SW topics. The manager will serve as a critical bridge between Sales, Engineering, Proposals, Contract Management, and Legal, ensuring seamless coordination and collaboration, technical excellence, and strategic alignment across teams. The manager will be responsible for mentoring team members, fostering cross-functional coordination, and ensuring the delivery of optimized technical and commercial solutions to our customers. The ideal candidate will bring proven leadership experience, deep industry knowledge, and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable strategies that support business growth.Primary Responsibilities:Oversee all technical aspects of the sales engineering process, including system sizing, proposal development, technical documentation, contract exhibits and customer engagement.Coordinate closely with Sales, Engineering, Proposals, and other internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on technical deliverables and smooth execution across projects.Maintain strong communication with product design team and engineering internally and headquarters to support technical excellence.Support the growth and development of team members by providing guidance, sharing industry knowledge, and fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.Participate in customer meetings and presentations, providing technical expertise and ensuring solutions are tailored to meet client needs and expectations.Review and validate technical proposals, contract exhibits, and system configurations to ensure they meet engineering standards and commercial objectives.Contribute to the improvement of internal tools, workflows, and documentation to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of sales engineering operations.Qualifications:A Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline (e.g., Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field). Master’s degree is preferred.Minimum 7 years of experience in energy storage or related industry, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams, fostering growth and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.Strong understanding of the sales engineering process in the battery energy storage system industry.Experience working with international teams and stakeholders; familiarity with cross-cultural communication is a plus.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.Demonstrated success in managing multiple priorities and driving results across cross-functional teams.Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.Willingness to travel to customer sites and international offices as needed.
Salary : $160,000 - $215,000