Sales Engineer - Power Systems

San Diego, CA, United States

Overview:

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Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference!

Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).

If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, youve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, were always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve.

Our people are our most valuable asset. Thats why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

We are currently seeking talented individuals for our Sales Engineer - Power Systems position!

Here is some of what youll do

POSITION SUMMARY: The Sales Engineer provides engineering support for projects assigned by leadership in support of the sales, approval and documentation process of equipment and systems supplied by Hawthorne Power Systems.(HPS). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, preparing and maintaining engineering library. In conjunction with IT department maintain, upgrade and train specialized engineering/sales systems software and procedures. Control of engineering support in the form of submittals and drawings in accordance with HPS procedures and company policies for EPG, Industrial and Marine business activities.

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Identifies customer technical requirements by establishing personal rapport with HPS staff, customers and other persons in a position to understand project requirements. Provides product, service or equipment technical and engineering information to necessary parties.

Prepares submittal documents by studying blueprints, plans, specs and related customer documents; consulting with engineers, contractors, architects, and other professional and technical personnel.

Determines improvements by analyzing cost-benefit ratios of equipment, suppliers, or service applications in customer environment; engineering or proposing changes in equipment, processes, or use of materials or services.

Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; advising customer on product, service or equipment adherence to requirements; advising customer on needed actions.

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Contributes to sales engineering effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues that must be addressed; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; recommending options and courses of action; implementing directives.

Prepares and delivers technical presentations that explain products or services to customers and prospective customers.

Researches, identifies and recommends potential vendors for products or services.

Provides technical and non-technical support and services to clients or other staff members regarding the use, operation, and maintenance of equipment.

Maintains engineering technical library.

Maintains daily summaries for reporting activities to supervisors and management on assigned projects.

Participates in the regularly scheduled engineering meetings in support of inter-departmental and inter-divisional activities as related to assigned projects within the Engineering Department.

Follows company policies and industry safety rules.

Normal work hours are typically weekdays. Extended work days and weekend activities as required by project and department work load.

Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Engineering degree (BA, MS) preferred, and 2+ years recent experience in power generation industry with demonstrated technical training.

Experience using MS Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel) and PC Skills required.

Working knowledge of AutoCad and MS Project preferred.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Must have the ability to communicate business and technical information to co-workers, customers and management using both verbal and written media.

Must have a valid Class C Drivers License with a clean driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Walking: Move about on foot in office, shop and construction sites

Handling: Works with hands.

Lifting: May lift up to 25 lbs.

Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.

Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.

Standing: Remains in standing position, if required to perform various functions of the job.

Vision: Reads paperwork, client files and records on the computer.

Talking: Communications via telecommunications and in person.

Sitting: Sits at desk. Sits for long periods of time.

ENVIRONMENTAL:

Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.

Temp/Weather: Works in an office environment.

Heres what we Offer

Competitive Compensation

A great work environment and culture

Career growth and advancement opportunities

Training

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Medical Video Appointments available

Health Savings Account available

Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay

401(k) Plan + Company Matching

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Legal Plan

Travel Assistance Plan

Wellness Programs

Referral Bonus Program

Longevity Bonus Program

Recognition Programs and much more

Hawthorne CAT discounts

Boot Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Company-Supplied Uniforms

Advanced Technical Training

Estimated Compensation $115,000 to $135,000 annually

Interested in joining the Hawthorne team? Check out our current available positions at:

www.hawthornecat.com/careers

ACCOMMODATIONS: Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.

Hawthorne Cat is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D

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