Senior Manager, Sales Engineering

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

The Sr. Manager, Sales Engineering is responsible for managing the Technical Support team, including sales engineers, special engineering quotations, and Genconnect support. This role oversees technical sales phone and email support, coordinates special design options between distribution and special engineering, and supports national account-specific needs. The position also develops and maintains technical sales support materials, manages Power Generation Subject Matter Experts (e.g., sizing, alternators, applications, and codes), and advocates for product improvements and customer issue resolution.

• Lead and manage the Sales Engineering function, including the Technical Support team and Power Generation Subject Matter Experts.
• Select, coach, and develop team members, setting objectives aligned with company strategy.
• Drive talent management through performance management, succession planning, and employee development.
• Establish and maintain processes for performance recognition, continuous feedback, and performance improvement.

• Ensure national account needs are met through timely and knowledgeable support.
• Oversee customer service and technical sales phone and email support for distribution teams and customers.
• Provide resources and direction for technical training and technical marketing support.
• Support the creation of sales drawings and materials to aid sales efforts.
• Manage special engineering quotes and coordinate market needs with special engineering teams.
• Advocate for product improvements and resolution of customer issues.
• Oversee updates to Power Design Pro and Genconnect submittals.

• Ensure a SAP Super User is designated within the functional area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree required;
• 10 years of Power Generation, Controls, Alternators, or Application Engineering experience;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
• 8 years progressive leadership experience

• Engineering degree;
• MBA degree;
• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac's success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people's lives and their own.