Controls Sales Engineer Job Trenton area,New Jersey USA,Sales

Controls Sales Engineer – Northern New Jersey – $85,000 Base + Commission – $140K–$200K OTEAbout the Opportunity:

This business is a long-standing leader in commercial HVAC and building automation, is seeking a driven Controls Sales Engineer to expand its controls presence across Central and Northern New Jersey. This is a high-impact, sole-sales role offering a competitive commission plan, hybrid work flexibility, and a company vehicle. You’ll represent industry-leading automation solutions backed by a trusted and experienced technical team.

Title: Controls Sales Engineer
Status: Full-Time | Hybrid (1 in-office day per week after ramp-up)

Ideal Candidate:

Experience in Controls Sales, Sales Engineering, or BAS/HVAC controls account management
Proven ability to generate new business while maintaining an established customer base
Comfortable preparing estimates, proposals, and project contracts
Experience interacting with contractors, engineering firms, and end users
Skilled at presenting technical solutions and closing project-based opportunities
Strong communication and customer relationship-building skills

Key Responsibilities:

Grow sales of building automation systems and controls products throughout the assigned territory
Develop new customer relationships and nurture long-term accounts
Respond to RFPs and bid packages for retrofit, service, and new construction projects
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure accurate scopes and competitive pricing
Conduct client site visits, validate project details, and support alignment with specifications
Represent at trade shows, industry events, and customer presentations

Company Overview:

Founded: 1984
Employees: 150+
Controls Division: 13-person team
Specialties: Building Automation, HVAC Service, Construction, Energy Management
Product Lines: Johnson FX, Tridium, EasyIO, American Auto-Matrix
Commissions: 15% of Gross Profit (7.5% during ramp-up)
Total Expected Comp: $140,000 – $200,000
Company Vehicle: Provided
401(k): Employer Match
Paid Time Off: Vacation + Holidays

This is a high-visibility sales opportunity ideal for a motivated BAS sales professional looking to take full ownership of a territory and grow with one of New Jersey’s most respected HVAC and controls organizations.

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