Sales Engineer is responsible for providing direct pricing and design support to internal and external customers on design/build and publicly bid projects using the most current pricing available. They apply knowledge of structures, materials and construction techniques to support Field Sales and Estimators related to advanced design considerations and ensuring estimate designs are being done in accordance with the high standards of the organization.
Prepares calculations and engineering details from information received such as contract drawings, specifications, and addendums using in-house pricing programs and supplemental design programs
Provides detailed consultation to Builders, Field Sales and Estimators regarding building codes, complex framing scenarios and non-standard geometries
Identifies exclusions, discrepancies, missing information and obtains clarification and qualifies the quotation (through Project Notes) based on that information
Evaluates customer provided information for cost effective solutions (value engineering)
Ensures the use of the most current pricing information when preparing the estimate
Builds and maintains Builder/Vendor relationships
Provides training to Builder Network and Field Sales on proper use of myPortal User Interface
Communicates with Builders, Sales, Customer Service and Engineering regarding any clarification of scope/design intent that the Sales Engineer was involved in
Self performs and/or checks complex estimates
Other duties and responsibilities as required
Relationships:
Reports to Estimating Manager or Estimating Team Leader
Maintains relations with the myPortal, Field Sales force and downstream departments
Qualifications
1+ years in the Engineer field
Good mathematical and analytical skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple workflows simultaneously
Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal methods
Ability to review and interpret project specifications
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Exhibit competency of in-house design programs and procedures
AutoCAD experience preferred
Must be comfortable on the phone with customers and Field Sales
Must have PEMB knowledge in both product offerings and design considerations
Bachelors Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from and ABET accredited curriculum with a major field of study in structural design or equivalent is preferred.
Work related travel would typically be less than 2 times per year
ADA Job Requirements
Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employees performance due to physical, mental, or emotional disability.
