Sales Engineer

Networks Connect is conducting a search on behalf of our client, a well-established and reputable HVAC manufacturer representative firm serving the commercial and industrial market in Cincinnati, Ohio. This Sales Engineer opportunity is ideal for a mechanical engineer ready to step into a technical sales role or an already established Sales Engineer looking to build a career at the intersection of engineering and business development.

In this role, you will step into a well-positioned seat — representing a strong, reputable product line to an established book of business — and play a key role in driving growth by calling on engineers, getting products specified at basis of design, and developing new opportunities across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Call on mechanical engineers to get HVAC products written into specifications and basis of design
• Build and maintain relationships with engineers, contractors, owners, and facility managers
• Work through technical applications and provide expert guidance throughout the sales process
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through owner sales and project development
• Manage and grow an inherited book of established accounts
• Represent the company at industry events, technical meetings, and client engagements
• Meet or exceed assigned sales and gross profit goals

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree required
• 5 to 10 years of experience in HVAC, mechanical systems, or technical sales
• Experience calling on engineers and driving basis of design work preferred
• Strong business development mindset with the ability to identify and close new opportunities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
• Located in or able to relocate to Cincinnati, Ohio.

What's in it for you?

• A strong, reputable product line that makes the sales process easier and the relationships stickier
• An inherited book of established business — you are not starting from zero
• A clear growth path, with the potential to take on responsibility for engineering sales efforts across the entire company, including collaboration with regional offices
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Medical coverage up to 80% covered by the company, plus dental and vision
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• Company-contributed HSA
• Generous PTO
• and more!