Sales Engineer - Automation and Controls

Make a difference.

As a Sales Engineer - Industrial Automation, you will support the sales of high-tech automation and control products and work with branch personnel to identify opportunities for products to satisfy customer needs.

In this role you will:

• Specify products to meet customer requirements and needs
• Recommend inventory of automation products
• Inform sales staff and customers of new developments in automation and related products technology
• Provide technical services to customers for the operation and maintenance of automation equipment
• Provide technical support of automation and control products to customers and Company personnel and new product updates

What you bring to the table:

• Minimum 1 year of experience required in progressively more responsible sales, marketing, and/or field experience
• 2 year degree required, Technical college or equivalent
• 11+ years experience preferred 
• Knowledge of high-tech automation and control products (PLCs, networking products preferred)
• Knowledge of engineering principles related to customer automation products
• Knowledge of suppliers' automation products
• Oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal, organizational and team building skills
• Ability to work effectively with management and evaluate customer needs
• Ability to clearly present complex solutions to non-technical staff
• Ability to make oral and written presentations to internal and external contacts
• Extensive travel required
• This role will be required to obtain and maintain Schneider Plant Automation Certification

Pay Details:

The expected salary for this position is $114,000 - $150,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible based on specific and relevant business metrics.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.

• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.

• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.

• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.

• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.

• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.
We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

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