Regional Sales Engineer - NC

MAU is hiring a Regional Sales Engineer for our client in Charlotte, NC. As a Regional Sales Engineer, you will drive pre-sales activities by providing technical expertise, understanding customer needs, presenting automation solutions, and supporting the sales process. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

• 401k
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• 3-5 years of pre-sales or technical sales experience, preferably in power generation, transmission, and distribution

Preferred Education and Experience

• Strong academic background in power systems, control systems, or automation
• Certifications relevant to the utility industry and power systems

General Requirements

• Strong understanding of power transformer technology, controls, and relevant industry standards
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Thorough understanding of transformer automation and concepts such as AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulation) and LTC operation
• Willingness to travel frequently (estimated up to 50%)

Essential Functions

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to position automation solutions effectively
• Transfer knowledge of automation products to the sales team to support communication of technical benefits
• Provide insights from customer interactions to the product development team to inform enhancements
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers during the pre-sales phase, addressing inquiries and technical concerns
• Engage with potential clients to assess technical requirements and business challenges related to transformer automation
• Provide in-depth technical expertise and advice on automation products, demonstrating how solutions address customer needs
• Deliver pre-sales technical support to the sales team, including product demonstrations and technical presentations
• Collaborate with the regional sales team to develop pre-sales strategies for the transformer automation portfolio
• Support group sales growth and targets for the assigned region's automation portfolio

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work environment with 1-2 days in-office as needed
• Frequent travel to customer sites and industry events

Physical Demands

• Ability to travel frequently (up to 50%)