What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Engineer - Power Generation position at MSHS Pacific Power Group?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Title: Sales Engineer – Power Generation & Industrial Power
Location: Kent, WA
Travel: Up to 25% to customer sites and industry events
Compensation: $120,000 – $140,000 per year (based on experience) Annual Performance Bonus
Shape the Future of Power Solutions
MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Sales Engineer who thrives at the intersection of technical solutions, relationship building, and market development. This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys creating vision, influencing outcomes, and building new opportunities in the Power Generation and Industrial Power markets.
In this role, you will not simply sell products—you will architect solutions. Working closely with customers and internal teams, you will identify challenges, shape long-term solutions, and guide projects from concept through execution. The right candidate is confident, persuasive, and energized by working with people while driving strategic growth.
This position offers autonomy, trust, and the ability to influence both strategy and outcomes. Success comes from initiative, vision, and the ability to bring people together around innovative solutions.
What You’ll Do
Strategic Customer Engagement
This role is best suited for a visionary and persuasive professional who enjoys shaping outcomes and influencing people.
You May Thrive Here If You
MSHS Pacific Power Group offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of our employees.
Benefits Include
At MSHS Pacific Power Group, we solve complex power challenges for customers who depend on reliability and performance. Our team combines technical expertise, entrepreneurial thinking, and strong customer partnerships to deliver industry-leading solutions.
This Role Offers The Opportunity To
MSHS PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
MSHS PPG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on
successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for
marijuana in compliance with applicable federal regulations and relevant state labor laws.
We understand that marijuana laws vary by state, and our testing policies are designed to
ensure compliance with both federal and state requirements where applicable
Salary Description
$120,000 - $140,000 per year (DOE)
Full-time
Description
Job Title: Sales Engineer – Power Generation & Industrial Power
Location: Kent, WA
Travel: Up to 25% to customer sites and industry events
Compensation: $120,000 – $140,000 per year (based on experience) Annual Performance Bonus
Shape the Future of Power Solutions
MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Sales Engineer who thrives at the intersection of technical solutions, relationship building, and market development. This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys creating vision, influencing outcomes, and building new opportunities in the Power Generation and Industrial Power markets.
In this role, you will not simply sell products—you will architect solutions. Working closely with customers and internal teams, you will identify challenges, shape long-term solutions, and guide projects from concept through execution. The right candidate is confident, persuasive, and energized by working with people while driving strategic growth.
This position offers autonomy, trust, and the ability to influence both strategy and outcomes. Success comes from initiative, vision, and the ability to bring people together around innovative solutions.
What You’ll Do
Strategic Customer Engagement
- Build strong relationships with industrial facilities and power generation clients
- Consult with customers to understand operational challenges and long-term goals
- Influence decision makers by presenting innovative solutions that improve reliability, efficiency, and performance
- Partner with engineering and product teams to develop tailored solutions that meet customer needs
- Help shape system configurations and product applications that align with project requirements
- Guide projects from concept through implementation
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities across power generation and industrial power markets
- Develop proposals, technical presentations, and solution strategies that demonstrate value and performance
- Contribute to sales strategies that support medium-term growth and long-term partnerships
- Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving customer needs
- Represent the company at industry events and customer facilities
- Position MSHS Pacific Power Group as a trusted advisor and solutions partner
- Provide ongoing technical insight and training to ensure customers get the most from their systems
- Foster long-term relationships built on trust, responsiveness, and expertise
This role is best suited for a visionary and persuasive professional who enjoys shaping outcomes and influencing people.
You May Thrive Here If You
- Think strategically and proactively, focusing on future opportunities and long-term success
- Have the confidence to take initiative and make informed decisions
- Enjoy meeting new people, building relationships, and influencing outcomes
- Communicate with a persuasive and engaging style that energizes others
- Are comfortable working with autonomy and minimal micromanagement
- Bring optimism, energy, and strong interpersonal awareness to your work
- Balance strategic thinking with the ability to guide projects to completion
- 5 years of experience in technical sales, application engineering, or engineering roles within power generation, industrial power markets, or marine.
- Strong technical knowledge of power generation systems, including diesel and gas generators, transfer switches, paralleling switchgear, and applicable electrical and power generation code requirements
- Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and project documentation
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex systems to technical and non-technical audiences
- Comfortable presenting to groups, delivering technical presentations, and speaking at professional or industry events
- Proven ability to influence customers, develop sales strategies, and secure business opportunities
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Willingness to travel up to 25% to customer sites, industrial facilities, and industry events
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Marine Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Commercial awareness, including familiarity with contract terms, risk allocation, and project commercial structures
- Familiarity with mtu power generation products and systems
- Existing relationships with consulting engineers, electrical contractors, and industry partners within our area of responsibility (AOR)
- Experience working within marine, industrial, or mission-critical power environments
- Salary Range: $120,000 – $140,000 per year (based on experience)
- Incentive: Annual performance bonus
MSHS Pacific Power Group offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of our employees.
Benefits Include
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
At MSHS Pacific Power Group, we solve complex power challenges for customers who depend on reliability and performance. Our team combines technical expertise, entrepreneurial thinking, and strong customer partnerships to deliver industry-leading solutions.
This Role Offers The Opportunity To
- Work with cutting-edge power technologies
- Influence strategic growth in key markets
- Build meaningful relationships with customers and industry leaders
- Operate in a role that values initiative, creativity, and leadership
MSHS PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
MSHS PPG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on
successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for
marijuana in compliance with applicable federal regulations and relevant state labor laws.
We understand that marijuana laws vary by state, and our testing policies are designed to
ensure compliance with both federal and state requirements where applicable
Salary Description
$120,000 - $140,000 per year (DOE)
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000