Industrial Sales Engineer, Generator Systems (Remote, West Region)

Industrial Sales Engineer, Generator Systems (Remote, West Region) 

Industrial Sales Engineer, Generator Systems (Remote West Region)

Kohler Energy is now Rehlko!

Location: Remote, West Region of the U.S. (Denver, Phoenix, Sacramento, Dallas, Houston, LA, San Diego, Portland, Salt Lake, and Kansas City)

Travel is required to clients/distributors, as well as overnight travel would be up to 35%

Opportunity:

Rehlko is looking for a dynamic and outgoing individual as an Industrial Sales Engineer, Generator Systems. Be a part of a dynamic sales team (salaried, plus bonus role) where you will be part of a team experiencing explosive growth to help promote sales of Rehlko Power System products (Gensets, automatic transfer switches, paralleling switchgear, packaging solutions etc.)

As an Industrial Sales Engineer, Generator Systems You will work with consulting engineers, EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) firms, data centers, health care entities, utilities, and other specifying and purchasing entities. The individual will take ownership of the established market/territory and account planning activities alongside or individually with distributors.

Rehlko, one of the largest power generator manufacturers in the world, has delivered energy solutions worldwide since 1920. Rehlko offers power generation equipment for residential, industrial, mobile and marine applications as well as automatic transfer switches, switchgear, monitoring controls and accessories. For more information about Rehlko, please visit our website at: www.kohlerenergy.com/rehlko

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead sales activities supporting EPC and engineering firms, to include prospecting and network development, with a primary focus on at least one of the following market segments: data centers, hospitals, hospitality or water & wastewater along with other key accounts as determined.
• Responsible for developing and executing the sales approach for every stage of a project, across value chain players (end-user, engineer, procurement, contractor, distributor), for each market segment. Develop “pull” marketing approaches to drive qualified leads into prospecting efforts. Successfully close on qualified leads, responsible for profit or loss of each job.
• Establish long-term working relationships with key individuals at the targeted accounts by becoming a trusted advisor and an integral part of their success. Provide guidance during the initial design stage and assist with developing project requirements, drawings, and specifications.
• Must be knowledgeable in industry power products (generators, ATS, paralleling switchgear, custom enclosures etc.), pertinent codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, UL, IBC, etc.) and overall on-site power system design and integration.
• Oversee the preparation and negotiation of quotations for projects from targeted accounts. Ensure the Sales Operations team, suppliers, and distribution network prepare quotes and preliminary drawings for projects to effectively deliver customer requirements. Participate and lead pre-quote project requirement meetings and project review meetings as required.
• Play active role promoting KPS in trade events and associations. Work with Marketing and Engineering to create, prepare, and present technical papers and other application specific white papers for marketing collateral, trade journals and conferences.
• Support the development and implementation of defined Sales excellence (ex. process, training, tools, sales presentations, account and project tracking, metrics etc.).
• Provide guidance and support to assigned sales associates assisting and developing their sales acumen and overall KPS sales growth.
• Location: Remote, West Region of the U.S. (Denver, Phoenix, Sacramento, Dallas, Houston, LA, San Diego, Portland, Salt Lake, and Kansas City)

Skills/Requirements

• B.S. engineering degree required (BSEE, or BSME)
• 8+ years of power generation business experience.
• 8+ years’ experience in sales experience, preferably in generator industrial sales.
• Technical expertise in electric power and/or generators is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience with the following market segments: data centers, hospitals, water & wastewater, emergency backup power, or other key applications or industry types
• Proven leadership, results-oriented professional, an aggressive self-starter and a solid communicator are essential characteristics.
• Ability to network and build relationships, including being active in professional trade organizations
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Must be a “high impact” engineer able to establish instant trust and credibility with shareholders, customers, and vendors.
• Demonstrated people skills required to lead & motivate professionals in a matrix organization who are not direct reports.
• Ability to read constructions documents, review technical specifications, and develop a technical quote preferred.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The salary range for this position is $113000 – $143950. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

Why Work at Rehlko?

A global leader in energy resilience, Rehlko delivers innovative energy solutions critical to sustain and improve life across home energy, industrial energy systems, and powertrain technologies, by delivering control, resilience, and innovation. Leveraging the strength of its portfolio of businesses – Power Systems, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Heila Technologies, Curtis Instruments, and Engines, and more than a century of industry leadership, Rehlko builds resilience where and when the grid cannot, and goes beyond functional, individual recovery to create better lives and communities, and a more durable and reliable energy future. For more details, learn more at Rehlko.com.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Rehlko proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.

It is Rehlko’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact EnergyJobs@kohler.com. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. 

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