Sales Engineer

Sales Engineer – San Leandro, CA

Reporting to the Engine Sales Manager, the Sales Engineer provides review of technical documents and project requirements prior to quote and bid for new equipment sales of Caterpillar and Peterson supplied power generation products. Create initial configurations on complex projects to review with sales reps. Provide technical support and recommendations to our sales representatives.

• Review technical aspects of project bid documents to assure requirement are met and offer solutions to assure compliance.
• Review project requirements and propose value added solutions when applicable.
• In coordination sales representatives and estimators draft Customer Solution Quoter (CSQ) configuration to establish project cost on complex projects.
• Work with sales representatives and estimators to communicate with engineers, contractors, and end user customers to answer application and installation questions.
• Use Caterpillar Specsizer program to assist with project design and electrical load analysis.
• Work with Caterpillar factory and other vendors to gather required information for quoting purposes.
• Work in concert with Project Managers on assigned projects.

• Bachelor of Science Degree from a fully accredited college in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or other closely related field; and a minimum of three years of directly related experience in power generation or construction industry; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Valid driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Pay range: $ – $. Starting wage will depend on experience and education. A total compensation package in addition to base salary, competitive wages, and generous benefits are offered.

Peterson Power Systems, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.