Controls Salesperson (Mid or Senior)

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  • Detroit, Michigan
  • $150,000–$175,000 Per Year
  • Autofill and Review
30+ days ago

Job Description

Controls Salesperson (Mid or Senior) – Detroit Metro / East Michigan – Building Automation & HVAC

About the Opportunity

A well-established Building Automation & HVAC controls integrator is seeking a high-performing Controls Salesperson to expand project and service opportunities across East Michigan.In this client-facing role, you’ll cultivate relationships with mechanical contractors, consulting engineers, facility owners, and end users—delivering value-driven BAS and energy solutions that improve efficiency, comfort, and building performance. The position is primarily focused on project sales with a supplemental service sales component.

Compensation

  • Mid-Level Base: Up to $75,000  |  Year-1 OTE: ~ $100,000
  • Senior Base: Up to $100,000  |  Year-1 OTE: $150,000 – $175,000
  • Structure: Base Salary + Commission

Position Details

  • Title: Controls Salesperson (Mid or Senior)
  • Location: Detroit Metro / East Michigan (Rochester Hills region)
  • Focus: Project Sales with some Service Sales
  • Territory: East Michigan (regional travel required)
  • Tools: Company vehicle or allowance, laptop, and phone

Key Responsibilities

  • Generate new business and expand existing accounts throughout the East Michigan market
  • Identify opportunities for Building Automation Systems, HVAC controls upgrades, and service contracts
  • Develop tailored proposals, scopes, cost estimates, and solution presentations
  • Collaborate with engineering, project management, and operations teams to ensure accurate deliverables
  • Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and qualification to pricing, closing, and project handoff
  • Consistently achieve quarterly and annual revenue objectives

Ideal Candidate

  • Demonstrated success in BAS/controls sales or related HVAC/MEP solution-based sales
  • Familiarity with DDC, BAS platforms, HVAC equipment, and control strategies
  • Ability to interpret sequences, submittals, and drawings to craft clear customer-facing solutions
  • Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and account management skills
  • Experience with both Owner-Direct and Plan & Spec environments a plus

What’s Offered

  • Strong base salary with uncapped commission earning potential (OTE ranges listed above)
  • Medical (HSA available), Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with 5% company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Company vehicle or allowance, plus laptop and phone
  • Growth opportunities within a well-established Michigan-wide BAS and integration team

If you excel in relationship-based selling and enjoy helping clients implement high-performance, energy-efficient BAS solutions, this East Michigan sales opportunity is an excellent next step.

Numbers & Facts

LocationDetroit, Michigan
Salary$150,000–$175,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Automation Systemsunmatched
  • Business Performance Managementunmatched
  • Cost Estimatesunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Energy Efficiencyunmatched
  • Engineering Consultingunmatched
  • HVACunmatched
  • Home Automationunmatched
  • Laptop PCunmatched
  • Maintenance - HVACunmatched
  • Pricingunmatched
  • Proposal Developmentunmatched
  • Salesunmatched
  • Sales Cycleunmatched
  • Sales Managementunmatched
  • Sales Prospectingunmatched
  • Solution Salesunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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