Sales Engineer

Mitsubishi Electric Automation is a global leader in providing quality automation solutions to a variety of industries, from manufacturing and industrial to medical and agriculture.

We have immense pride in our employees who have an incomparable commitment to excellence. When you choose a career with Mitsubishi Electric Automation, you are choosing a passionate and hard-working team environment that prides itself in diversity, inclusion, sustainability efforts, and employee support.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, promote and sell Mitsubishi Electric Automation production throughout assigned territory. Grow MEAU revenue and increase market share all product categories including Services, Programmable Logic Controllers, Variable Frequency Drives, Servo & Motion Controller, CNC, Human Machine Interfaces, Robots, Data Acquisition Solutions, and Low Voltage Control Products.

Support existing direct accounts and distributor partners while identifying and developing new customers to attain established sales and growth objectives.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions

Identify and qualify OEM target accounts that align with Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s Perfect Prospect Profile.

Work with qualified System Integrators in the Mitsubishi Electric System Integrator Program (MESIP) as needed in the territory to support OEM conversion activity and project-related business

Work independently (80%) and with Partners (20%) to develop new prospects in the assigned territory that will lead to wins and significant opportunities for growth

Prospect for potential customers through various direct and indirect methods.

Develop target account plans outlining sales strategy specific for each account.

Quickly establish relationships with target accounts and develop sales opportunities.

Drive entire sales process from initial customer engagement through customer purchase order.

Participate in Distributor Sales Plan reviews as directed by management.

Effectively manage and utilize all available resources when seeking solutions for a customer opportunity.

Conduct demonstrations, present technical information, and prepare proposals during sales process.

Work with Field Application Engineers to develop solutions that address customer needs.

Maintain a high level of machine automation knowledge in order to have meaningful conversations with targets and customers.

Qualify prospects against company provided criteria for ideal customers and sales.

Establish and maintain ongoing interdepartmental relationships and communications within MEAU.

Utilize CRM to report on sales activity and opportunities, and maintain prospect and account information.

Complete monthly and annual business forecasts to show projected sales vs. quota as required by management

Perform other job functions as assigned.

Supervisory / Managerial Responsibilities

None

Travel Requirements

40%-60% travel based on customer demand, within assigned region.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

Minimum 1 year sales experience

Experience working with OEM and end-user accounts to advocate automation solutions.

Product knowledge / application experience in PLC, VFD, HMI, Servo / Motion, Network, Robots and SCADA products

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Computer proficiency with MS Office components : Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Digital media proficiency (FB, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.)

BENEFICIAL EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Sales process training such as Wilson CSP or equivalent

Product knowledge / application experience with Services and CNC

Salesforce CRM experience

This is a home office position. We will consider only candidates who reside in the following states : SC, NC, VA, GA and FL.

Company car will be provided.

Why choose us?

You would be joining :

• A successful team of smart, dedicated professionals who are not only the best in their respective fields but are committed to a tradition of technological leadership and innovation.
• An organization that truly cares about employee engagement and understands the impact of clear and consistent communication.
• Our leaders are committed to ensuring all employees are regularly informed about the state of the business, understand how they fit in, and know where they can make a difference.
• Employees are encouraged to pursue professional development opportunities and participate in in-house training programs.

We value our employees, and we offer an extensive benefits package that adds value to your total compensation. Our broad range of benefits include :

• Health, dental and vision insurance plans with company contribution we offer different plans, including PPO and HMO (HMO offered only in some states)
• Competitive 401k with company match
• Paid Vacation
• 13 Paid Holidays, including floater holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Employee life insurance - company paid core coverage plus supplemental coverage
• Dependent life insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance
• Company vehicle provided
• REMOTE WORK OPPORTUNITY

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. is committed to the employment and advancement of minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other lawfully protected characteristic.

Required Skills

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