What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outside Technical Sales Engineer position at Quality Electrical Systems?
Travel: 30–50%
Compensation: Base Salary Commission
$75,000 - $125,000 plus commission
About Quality Electrical Systems (QES)
Quality Electrical Systems (QES) designs and manufactures custom electrical power distribution solutions for critical infrastructure and industrial applications. Our customers operate in industries including data centers, mining, oil & gas, utilities, manufacturing, renewable energy, and other mission-critical environments.
We are seeking an Electrical Sales Engineer who combines technical expertise with strong business development skills. This role is ideal for an Electrical Engineer, or Technical Sales professional looking to leverage their technical knowledge while developing customer relationships and driving revenue growth.
Position Summary
The Electrical Sales Engineer serves as the primary technical and commercial resource for customers seeking electrical power distribution solutions. This position is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, managing customer relationships, representing QES on a national level, reviewing electrical specifications, developing technical solutions, preparing quotations, and supporting projects through successful completion.
The ideal candidate understands electrical power systems and is comfortable discussing switchgear, switchboards, motor control centers, transformers, protection systems, and related equipment with engineers, contractors, consultants, and end users.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Sales
- Develop and maintain relationships with consulting engineers, electrical contractors, utilities, data center operators, and industrial customers
- Identify and pursue new project opportunities within assigned markets and territories
- Conduct customer visits, presentations, and technical discussions
- Attend industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events
- Develop account growth strategies and sales plans
Technical Sales & Proposal Development
- Review project specifications, one-line diagrams, and customer requirements
- Recommend appropriate electrical power distribution solutions
- Prepare accurate technical and commercial quotations
- Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, and technical information
- Present proposals and technical solutions to customers
- Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, schedules, and contract requirements
Project Support
- Serve as the customer point of contact throughout project execution
- Coordinate with engineering, production, and project management teams
- Assist with change orders, project updates, and customer communications
- Support factory acceptance testing (FAT) activities as needed
- Ensure customer satisfaction from project award through completion
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related technical field preferred
- Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical power systems, electrical equipment sales, applications engineering, estimating, project engineering, or related technical roles
- Strong understanding of electrical power distribution systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and project specifications
- Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with one or more of the following:
- Medium-voltage (MV) and low-voltage (LV) power systems
- Switchgear and switchboards
- Transformers
- Protection and control systems
- Data center electrical infrastructure
- Utility power systems
- Mining, oil & gas, industrial, or renewable energy projects
- Electrical equipment manufacturing
- Technical sales or business development
- Electrical power system drawings and specifications
- Proposal and quotation development
Travel Requirements
- Regular overnight travel for customer visits, conferences and other sales and networking opportunities
- Attendance at industry conferences and trade events
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation includes a competitive base salary plus commission opportunities.
Benefits include:
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Telehealth Services
- Additional Voluntary Benefits
Salary : $75,000 - $125,000