Solution Architect- Carolinas

### Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over
** 120
* * years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste.

Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation.

When you join us, you'll find:

Be part of something bigger. At Badger Meter, your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change for people and the planet.### What You Will Contribute:### The Solution Architect is primarily responsible for the pre-sales support of the Badger Meter field sales and distribution efforts across the complete Badger Meter Water Quality product line by providing necessary technical training and assistance, Bid / RFP response information, system pre-installation planning with the customer, participating in technical seminars, representing Badger Meter at assigned trade shows, lunch and learns, and industry shows and by conducting special sales support projects and activities as required.
This position requires detailed technical knowledge and understanding (or the ability to obtain) of Badger Meter’s full product line. This position will be required to provide post-sales field support as needed.

The ideal candidate for this position will be based in North or South Carolina. Preferably the Charlotte, Raleigh or Columbia. This position will require up to 50% travel.
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* Job Duties:

*** Provide pre-sales assistance for the Water Quality Sales Team, including pre-sales technical assistance such as solution/system design.
* Remain proficient and up to date in instruments and system technology including software, both with Badger Meter products and with competitive product offerings.
* Assist with presentations to key prospects, target accounts, and customers.
* Influence and respond to customer and prospect inquiries, RFP / Bid requests and questions in a timely manner as required.
* Act as a mentor to peers and other inside sales representatives to help the broader team have a deeper understanding of products, internal processes and area’s for improved efficiencies. May be provided the opportunity to be a subject matter expert on a product family and support the entire sales region.
* Stay abreast of and communicate to sales and marketing competitor changes, new strategies, pricing, introduction of new products, or changes in existing products.
* Conduct all activity in such a manner as to comply with all governmental requirements applicable to the sale of Badger Meter’s products.
* Assist in training of new internal and external sales representatives.
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* Education and Experience:

*** Bachelor's Degree in Sales, Business Management, Marketing or a related field required.
* 5+ years of previous experience in water/wastewater industry desired;
Significant experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
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* Qualifications:

*** Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint preferred
* Advanced proficiency with CSM System preferred; basic proficiency required
* Experience with regulatory reporting and procedures preferred
* Ability to communicate, present and influence credibly required
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* Competencies:

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* Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
* Communication:
Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
* Initiating Action:
Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
* Work Standards:
Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully…