Applications Engineer

Nidec Corporation; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation in Bellevue, WA is seeking an entry-level technical sales support specialist to help across a defined territory. You will prepare proposals, quotations and pricing, provide technical support for internal and on-site customers, and assist the sales team with strategic accounts.

You will participate in trainings and product-related events, build product knowledge, and contribute to sales goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of related experience.
• Technical and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support specific products across a defined territory and provide technical support.
• Prepare proposals, quotations and apply appropriate pricing.
• Provide technical support for internal and on-site customers.
• Support sales group in strategic accounts.
• Assist in training and product selection for sales efforts.
• Develop product knowledge and maintain relationships with vendors.

Skills

Technical mindset

Analytical mindset

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Job Description Support specific products across a defined territory and providing technical support. Prepare proposals, quotations and apply appropriate pricing. Provide technical support for internal and on site customers. Support sales group in their efforts at strategic accounts. Support sales through training, sales calls and product selection. Takes sales responsibility for unassigned accounts. Develops and maintains relationships with product line vendors. Ensures seminars, training and product related events are executed. Supports marketing efforts and sales goals as directed by product line manager. Develops product knowledge and an understanding of the competitive market. Keeps sales group informed on new and updated products. Attends product training classes for products presented by respective manufacturer. Participates in manufacturer events, such as distributor meetings, advisory councils, etc., Works with Customer Service Representatives to facilitate customer requirements. Generates product sales goals in line with the company business plan.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

High School Diploma or equivalent 0-2 years of related experience Technical and analytical mindset

Additional Job Details

Technical – T1 Organizational Impact

• Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within job area with indirect impact on departmental or job family results, using basic technical principles
• Entry-level technical contributor; follows standard processes and works under supervision
• Failure to achieve results typically requires allocation of additional resources and may result in additional financial expense
• Work is defined by others within smaller, less complex projects/assignments and generally more limited in scope

Communication & Influence

• Communicates with contacts typically within the team on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring some explanation or interpretation in order to reach agreement

Innovation & Complexity

• May be responsible for contributing to recommended enhancements in technical/business systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness within job area
• Problems are routine, drawing from standard procedures and basic analysis, but may require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures

Leadership & Talent Management

• N/A – Jobs at this level are focused on self-development

Knowledge & Experience

• Requires understanding of basic context of technical and business environment, typically obtained through advanced education; may have limited to no experience

Equal Employment Opportunity and ...

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Nidec has worked its way up to become the world's No.1 manufacturer of small precision motors. In the process, Nidec has gradually expanded its product lineup to include a variety of small to large motors, application products for machinery, and electronic and optical components. At present, its products are used in a wide range of fields and devices including information and telecommunications equipment, office equipment, home appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment, and environmental energy. "For Everything that Spins and Moves", the Group is creating next-generation drive technologies to meet the needs of the society.