Technical Sales Engineer

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Pittsburgh, PA

Chromalox

<strong>Chromalox, a Spirax Sarco Engineering company, is a thermal technology company. We engineer thermal solutions for the world&rsquo;s toughest industrial heating applications. Our Heat Trace division delivers temperature management solutions for piping systems, valves, and tanks. Our Industrial Heaters and Systems&nbsp;division delivers process heating solutions for revenue-generating industrial processes, and our Component Technologies&nbsp;division delivers component heating solutions for industrial equipment manufacturers. Chromalox was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, USA.</strong> http://www.chromalox.com/

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Full-Time/Regular

Overview: <span style="font-weight: 400;">The Technical Sales Engineer provides technical support by identifying cost effective solutions for customer heating and temperature control requirements in a variety of unique applications. &nbsp; Note that there are three levels for this position depending upon experience. &nbsp; Associate Technical Sales Engineer, Technical Sales Engineer &amp; Senior Sales Engineer.</span>
Responsibilities: <p><strong>Engineering &amp; Technical Service</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Develop engineered solutions for customers through understanding of their applications.&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Prepare timely technical pricing proposals. Use engineering tools to size thermal heating applications based on specific customer requirements.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Consolidate customer application details and initiate quotes on highly complex applications for review by alternate internal engineering resources.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lend consultive engineering guidance across various products lines and market sectors.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Provide premium solutions that are efficient and profitable for Chromalox and our customers.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Offer trouble shooting assistance on a variety of customer applications.&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Maintain high proficiency of the Chromalox product line and the underlying engineering principals.&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;<strong>Customer &amp; Sales Support</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Provide a premium customer experience through partnerships and expertise.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Act as a liaison between the customer and the organization including, but not limited to, engineering, planning, purchasing, production, credit, and marketing.&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Drive sales growth through building relations and following up with customers on quotes provided. Identify competitive situations and review price options through proper channels.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Verify contract information on the customer purchase order and ensures the organization can meet the specified requirements. Ensure product requirements are clearly defined at time of order.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Actively resolve customer&rsquo;s technical and pricing discrepancies.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Complete accurate order entry while adhering to price guidelines and published lead times.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Coordinate resolution of customer concerns and escalate business at risk situations, as required.</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;<strong>Administration Support</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Promptly follow up on assigned sales leads.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Process requests for customer material returns.&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Other duties as assigned.</span></li> </ul>
Requirements: <div id="Jobs_JobDetail_JobRequiredSkillsText"> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">BS Degree in Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical engineering preferred; other technical degrees considered.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Familiar with the use of Windows based PC&rsquo;s and programs (MS Office programs).</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Must be fluent (spoken &amp; written) in English, Spanish a plus.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Must enjoy a hardworking, fast-paced environment with technical challenges.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a professional business environment.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Customer service experience preferred.</span></li> </ul> </div>