Lead Sales Engineer

Eaton’s North American Sales division is currently seeking a Lead Sales Engineer to join their team. This position will be based in Chandler, AZ and will focus on power distribution solutions. This exciting opportunity provides the chance to lead technical sales for electrical power distribution in the Chandler market while building strategic customer relationships.

You’ll be supported by a tenured team, strong training and development, and onsite local manufacturing. What You’ll Do The primary function of the Lead Sales Engineer is to market and sell Eaton’s products and services to obtain orders that are profitable to Eaton. The position is expected to achieve electrical distribution and engineering services solutions sales results in the geographic market region consistent with the expectations of seasoned sales professionals.

The primary responsibility is to manage the assigned customer base, increase sales in the local marketplace, and provide application guidance and technical assistance to assigned customers. This position is expected to develop, grow, and maintain relationships with Eaton employees, specifiers, and customers including Eaton Authorized Distributors. The primary functions include: understanding Eaton’s support structure available to sales, including EatonCare; understanding Eaton proprietary systems and software including BidManager and VISTA; applying technical knowledge for all products that are involved with the sales assignment; comprehending project specifications and drawings; and gaining customers’ confidence to become a trusted source of information about Eaton offerings.

Develop and execute sales plans to meet performance expectations and requirements. Quote projects and negotiate correct pricing. Prepare sales presentations to create product understanding and awareness.

Build relationships with key customers to enhance long‑term business prospects. Work with factories to resolve technical issues while working with customers to resolve quality issues. Canvas the market to gain insight and adjust to ever‑changing pricing and delivery requirements.

Assist the team to develop a coordinated sales effort while keeping management informed of market conditions. Obtain ongoing training on both functional and technical skills. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world.

We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you thrive. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with five (5) years in a technical or commercial field, Associate’s degree with seven (7) years in a technical or commercial field, or a high school diploma with nine (9) years in a technical or commercial field will be considered. Possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license. No relocation assistance will be provided for this role.

Candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of Chandler, AZ. Active‑Duty Military Service members are exempt from the geographical area limitation. Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. Skills: Ability to respond to a variety of challenging circumstances while continuing to demonstrate superior selling skills for important customer services and applications. Electrical product knowledge.

Ability to provide technical solutions built around customer needs. Skilled in time management. Possess negotiating skills while understanding and using techniques needed to close orders.

Experience with preparing sales proposals that meet customer expectations. Robust presentation, training and communications skills. Experience utilizing Value Added selling techniques.

Strong work ethic, communication skills, competitiveness, willingness to learn and adept at building relationships. Experience working with BidManager and Vista. The compensation range for this full‑time position includes base pay and target sales performance incentive.

This position has a target total compensation range of $123,750 - 181,500. Base salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees.

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You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. To request a disability‑related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1‑800‑836‑6345 to discuss your specific need.

Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number. We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.

Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. #J-18808-Ljbffr