Sales Engineer - Power Systems
$95,000–$160,000 year
On-site · Lynnwood, Washington, United States
Job Summary
As a Sales Engineer in Power Systems, you will develop new business by identifying and building relationships with potential customers, growing existing accounts by addressing their challenges and offering suitable SEL solutions. Responsibilities include planning and executing territory strategies, engaging customers consistently, supporting pilot activities, coordinating with various internal teams to enhance the customer experience, providing accurate sales forecasts, and sharing market insights. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills, along with the ability to travel extensively.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of successful B2B sales experience in a technical, industrial, or service-oriented field, or relevant customer-facing experience with strong sales aptitude
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with customers in utilities, municipalities, co-ops, and industrial sectors
- Ability to learn technical concepts through SEL’s training and mentorship
- Organized with consistent follow-through; comfortable managing multiple customer relationships
- Ability to travel approximately 75% across Idaho and Wyoming
- Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with teammates and engineering resources
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in technical sales, field service, industrial operations, controls, or systems integration
- Exposure to electrical systems, industrial automation, SCADA, PLCs, communications, or power system operations
- Familiarity with medium-voltage equipment, protection concepts, or utility/industrial processes
- Experience using CRM tools to manage territory, track activities, and maintain disciplined sales processes
- Background in military technical roles, electrical trades, apprenticeships, lineman/journeyman programs, instrumentation, automation, or communications technology
- Advanced education in business, engineering technology, industrial management, controls, or telecommunications (degree or certification)
Additional Requirements
- SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled
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