Technical Sales Support III – Solutions Sales Engineer

Burkert USA Corporation

Huntersville, North Carolina

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Automation, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Distribution Channel, Establish Priorities, Financial Control, Identify Issues, Inside Sales, Manufacturing, Organizational Skills, Post-Sales, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Flow, Product Demonstration, Project/Program Management, Safety Process, Sales, Sales Support, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Solution Sales, System Integration (SI), Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Presentation, Technical Sales, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Telephone Skills, Trade Shows, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Huntersville, North Carolina
POSTED
12 days ago

Where would you like to shape the success of your future career: At a worldwide leading manufacturer of process measuring and control technology? In a family- owned company that values its more than 3,700 employees in more than 30 countries and sees them all as individuals? In a team that breaks new ground with courage and passion? 

Did you answer „Yes“ three times? Then it is time for us to make your acquaintance. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serve as the initial technical resource for internal sales teams, distributors, and end users 

  • Manage incoming technical support calls, that have been escalated from Technical Sales Support I and II. 

  • Specify product fit for use. 

  • Review new applications and utilize independent judgment to determine the proper equipment to be sold to a customer;  crossover competitor’s products to Burkert   

  • Request product variations or forward on to Engineering for customization of products 

  • Create combinations such as Burkert standard accessories plus sensors, control SOV plus controller, or process valve plus accessory to sell to a customer as an assembly 

  • Request part numbers, assembly procedures and standards per ID number from Engineering 

  • Define parts for one-time orders to satisfy immediate/important customer demands from the existing US Portfolio 

  • Troubleshoot equipment problems and installations generally on the phone with customers  

  • Training others on product specifications- Distributors, Customers, and Burkert employees 

  • Preform discovery calls and go onsite to customers’ locations with the ASM to capture and provide insight to technical constraints and needs.  

  • Review, create and analyze CAD drawings 

  • Assist with the overseeing of Technical Sales Support I and II. 

  • Build and deliver technical presentations, documents and demonstrations. 

  • Provide post sales customer support on customers site as needed. 

  • Project management duties with the ASM and Systemhaus. 

  • Other duties as assigned and required 

 

*This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover and contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required by the employee. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.* 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • 7+ years of customer service or inside experience preferably in a manufacturing environment 

  • Batchelor degree in Engineering or equivalent experience preferred 

  • Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 

  • Proficient in SAP 

  • Proficient in CAD or other 3D model system 

  • Must have a deep understanding of Process Flow and System Integrations 

  • Up to 50% Travel to trade shows, customers, distributors 

 

 

Skills: 

  • Strong customer focus and attention to detail 

  • Organized 

  • Self sufficient 

  • Strategic and independent thinker 

  • Day-to-day work activities are prioritized appropriately within work routines 

  • Excellent oral, written, presentation and communication skills 

  • Strategic communicator  

  • Full understanding of process and automation 

  • Knowledge of P&I 

  • Able to work closely within a team and contribute individually 

  • Ability to preform fine hand manipulation, such as keyboarding 

  • Ability to follow safety and process procedures 

  • Ability to sit preforming computer and telephone work for up to 8 hours per day  

  • Ability to stand/walk/bend/lift up to (50) fifty pounds for up to 5 hours per day 

In return, we offer you exciting and challenging responsibilities, diverse perspectives with a high degree of individual freedom and a corporate culture that encourages you to use it.

Curious? Then we look forward to receiving your application.

About the Company

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Burkert USA Corporation