Deputy Manager -Application Engineering

Schneider Electric; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured mentorship

Professional development programs

Diverse technical challenges

Cross-domain relationships

Cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Sales Engineer to bridge cutting-edge engineering solutions with customer needs in India. You will partner with sales teams to deliver technical presentations and demos, translate requirements into specs, and create proposals aligned with standards.

The role emphasizes strong technical background, customer relationship building, and clear communication, with opportunities in a dynamic environment and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background with relevant engineering degree.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, customer-friendly language.
• Proven track record of building strong relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Outstanding presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with sales teams to deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations to customers.
• Analyze customer requirements and develop detailed technical specifications for product configurations.
• Create comprehensive proposals aligned with quality standards and customer expectations.
• Provide expert technical guidance during implementation phases and conduct initial user training.
• Research and evaluate technical specifications to determine accurate pricing and resource requirements.

Skills

Engineering degree

Technical communication

Customer relationships

Analytical problem solving

Presentation skills

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Join our dynamic team as a Sales Engineer and be at the forefront of technical innovation! We're looking for a talented professional who can bridge the gap between cutting-edge engineering solutions and customer needs.

What will you do:

• Partner with sales teams to deliver compelling technical presentations and product demonstrations to customers
• Analyze customer requirements and develop detailed technical specifications for product configurations
• Create comprehensive proposals that align with quality standards and customer expectations
• Provide expert technical guidance during implementation phases and conduct initial user training
• Research and evaluate technical specifications to determine accurate pricing and resource requirements

What will make you successful:

• Strong technical background with relevant engineering degree
• Excellent ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, customer-friendly language
• Proven track record of building strong relationships with customers and internal teams
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
• Outstanding presentation and communication skills

What’s in it for you:

• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology and innovative solutions
• Dynamic environment combining engineering expertise with customer interaction
• Structured mentorship and professional development programs
• Regular exposure to diverse technical challenges and learning opportunities
• Platform to build strong relationships across technical and business domains

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

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