Senior Outside Sales Engineer

Candidates must reside within 75 miles of our Indianapolis, IN location to be considered for this position, where the person will be expected to be in the office on a hybrid basis.

About the role

Eaton’s Electrical Sector is a global leader in providing innovative electrical solutions. We power the world around us, including homes, schools, hospitals, retail stores, factories, data centers, and more. Our team is dedicated to improving lives and safeguarding the environment through our products and services.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with key customers and channel partners to enhance long-term business prospects
• Execute sales plans to meet performance expectations and requirements
• Review and interpret customer needs on plans and specifications
• Prepare and present bids and quotations to customers using company price and delivery guidelines while using sound business judgment
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product lines, operations, and other internal stakeholders to provide customer-centric solutions
• Be aware of and responsive to market conditions and competitive activities while communicating such information to product divisions
• Assist teammates on training channel on Eaton products and electronic tools
• Collect, analyze, and utilize market intelligence regarding competitive products, customer needs, preferences, and buying habits to drive data-based decisions
• Provide accurate and timely planning and specification interpretation, quotation, and technical support
• Plan promotional events and presentations with distributor personnel to promote Eaton’s position, while developing a proven record of achieving assigned sales goals

Requirements

• General knowledge of Eaton electrical product and service capabilities
• Ability to build trust and relationships with various types of people
• Ability to anticipate and be proactive on customer needs
• Ability to leverage internal stakeholders to meet customer and organizational needs
• Ability to learn and utilize digital tools and proprietary software
• Technical problem-solving, communication, customer service, time management, presentation, planning, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Understanding of sales processes
• Bachelor’s degree with three (3) years in a technical or commercial field
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now or in the future
• Possess a valid driver’s license

No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates within a 75-mile radius of Indianapolis, IN will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Pay

The compensation range for this full-time position includes base pay and target sales performance incentive. This position has a target total compensation range of $107,250 - $157,300. Base salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Benefits

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.