Sales Engineer

At Peterson Power Systems, you don't just have a career, you have a purpose. We partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples' work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson's legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It's time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Peterson Power Systems has a need for an experienced Sales Engineer at our San Leandro, CA location.

Reporting to Engine Sales Manager, the Sales Engineer provides review of technical documents and project requirements prior to quote and bid for new equipment sales of Caterpillar and Peterson supplied power generation products. Create initial configurations on complex projects to review with sales reps. Provide technical support and recommendations to our sales representatives.

• Review technical aspects of project bid documents to assure requirement are met and offer solutions to assure compliance.
• Review project requirements and propose value added solutions when applicable.
• In coordination sales representatives and estimators draft Customer Solution Quoter (CSQ) configuration to establish project cost on complex projects.
• Work with sales representatives and estimators to communicate with engineers, contractors, and end user customers to answer application and installation questions.
• Use Caterpillar Specsizer program to assist with project design and electrical load analysis.
• Work with Caterpillar factory and other vendors to gather required information for quoting purposes.
• Work in concert with Project Managers on assigned projects.

Bachelor of Science Degree from a fully accredited college in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or other closely related field; and a minimum of three years of directly related experience in power generation or construction industry; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Valid driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

The pay range for this position is: $102,000.00 - $120,000.00 (Starting wage will depend on experience and education. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.)

Peterson Power Systems, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.