AV Presales Engineer

Howard Technology Solutions; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard Technology Solutions is seeking a customer-facing presales engineer located in Missouri to support AV sales with on-site consultations, system designs, and demonstrations. The role requires frequent, on-site visits to customers in the MO territory and collaboration with the sales team to drive AV solutions.

The ideal candidate has a background in AV sales, strong knowledge of control, audio, and display solutions, and holds CTS, Crestron, Extron, BiAmp, and AMX certifications.

Qualifications

• Background in AV sales and technical understanding of AV systems.
• Must maintain CTS, Crestron, Extron, BiAmp, AMX certifications.

Responsibilities

• Travel territory as needed for onsite meetings and site surveys.
• Increase AV sales in assigned territory.
• Create system designs as needed.
• Conduct customer consultations to discuss options for system designs.
• Perform on-site demonstrations of new technology.

Skills

AV sales background

Technical AV knowledge

Control systems

Audio systems

Projector/display solutions

CTS certification

Crestron

Extron

BiAmp

AMX

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

*This is a customer facing presales role that requires you to be located in and make frequent, on-site visits to customers in the MO territory.

ABOUT HOWARD TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

Howard Technology Solutions is a premier retailer of brand name computers, consumer electronics, computer-related accessories, technology supplies and complete technology solutions. Our talented team is our driving force behind our world class customer service, our continuous growth, and our increasing success. With Howard Industries Inc. being our parent company (Over 4000 employees and $1 Billion in revenue) and great brands such as HP, Lenovo, Cisco, Microsoft and Epson, we have rapidly gained market share in the industry and are looking to expand our team to help us take our company into the future. Howard Technology Solutions remains a leader within our market segments thanks to the dedication, integrity, and talent within our organization.

AV Pre Sales Engineer Purpose

The purpose of an Audio/Visual Pre Sales Engineer is to provide support and assistance to the sales team specific to his/her territory regarding AV sales. This includes, but is not limited to on-site consultations, customer relations, walk-throughs, quotes, system designs and any other service, which will aid AV sales.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Travel territory, as needed, both with and without sales reps for onsite meetings and site surveys.
• Increase AV sales in assigned territory.
• Create system designs as needed.
• Conduct customer consultations to discuss options for system designs
• Perform on-site demonstrations of new technology

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Have a background in AV sales and a technical understanding of AV systems
• Must have and maintain understanding of the following: Control systems, Audio systems, Projection and display solutions
• Maintain standard industry certifications – CTS, Crestron, Extron, BiAmp, AMX
• Have good time management and communication skills.
• Be able to identify the needs of customers and colleagues, and satisfy them in a timely manner.
• Be motivated to learn about AV products and services Howard offers, as well as new technology.
• Work well within a team—be able to share ideas, listen to others, and be receptive to their thoughts.