Business Development Sales Engineer or Analyst

Overview

Location negotiable within major service territories in Montana (Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Helena, Missoula) and South Dakota.

• A Bachelor's Degree in business administration, economics, finance, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• A master's or higher degree in business administration, analytics, economics or related field is a plus
• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Experience in business development or electric utility preferred
• Knowledge of natural gas design and operating standards, including 49 CFR 192
• Knowledge in project management principles and fundamentals desired
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
• Relevant experience may include business strategy, market research, financial analysis, statistics, and communication
• Valid driver s license and satisfactory driving record

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering required; P.E or ability to obtain P.E. a plus
• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Experience in natural gas distribution or transmission engineering, modeling and construction preferred
• Experience with PLS-CADD, Winflow or Next Gen pipeline modeling, and GIS systems and survey techniques desired
• Knowledge of natural gas design and operating standards, including 49 CFR 192
• Knowledge in Project Management principles and fundamentals desired
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
• Valid driver s license and satisfactory driving record

• Conduct research and analysis to identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape
• Analyze data, performance metrics, and financial reports to inform strategic decisions and identify opportunities for growth
• Assist in developing strategies by evaluating market conditions, competition, and customer behavior
• Then provide recommendations on pricing, product offerings, and target markets based on their analysis
• Generate reports and dashboards to track performance, forecast trends, and measure the effectiveness of initiatives
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness of initiatives
• Provide insights into customer behavior and preferences to identify strategic product/utility offerings
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and vendors
• Negotiate and influence stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes in deals and partnerships
• Prepare presentations and present to management and/or customers
• Coordinate projects between stakeholders from other affected departments
• Understand North Western energy natural gas design standards
• Ensure that cost estimates meet company standards and current tariffs
• Maintain compliance with all related standards including industry and regulatory
• Perform computer related functions such as drawing, spreadsheets, and database compilations
• Perform individual lifts up to 25 lbs
• Provide project oversite
• Respond to customer growth/expansion request, including site visits Travel to jobsites, off-site meetings, and trainings (up to 15% travel per year) including overnight stays when necessary
• All North Western Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with North Western Energy s values, mission, and strategic business objectives

• Address technical challenges or issues that arise during the process or implementation phase
• Work on complex opportunities where technical specifications, compliance, and integration with existing systems are crucial
• May be involved in the installation and implementation phases to ensure that the customer s needs are met
• Work closely with customers to understand their technical requirements and demonstrate how the company s products or services meet those needs
• This involves creating customized solutions, providing technical support, and sometimes even assisting in the design of systems that fit the customer s specifications
• Combine engineering knowledge with sales skills. Should understand the utility company s products or services in-depth

Full-time position.

For Analyst: $55,600 - $125,400 per year; for Engineer (must have engineering degree): $72,200 to $139,300 per year. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents;
Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA);
Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents);
Life Insurance (company pays basic employee policy;…