Federal Power Systems Inside Sales Engineer

Schneider Electric; United States; On-site; USD 102,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Federal Power Systems Inside Sales Engineer to provide technical and operational sales support for the Power Systems business. The role involves assisting executives and field offices, preparing proposals, and coordinating responses to RFPs/RFIs.

Collaboration with internal teams and ongoing learning about product releases are essential. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, experience with CRM and Microsoft 365, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting sales teams and handling technical information.
• Familiarity with federal procurement processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Strategic, Territory, and Specialized Sales Engineers with opportunity development and quoting coordination.
• Assist with technical proposals, submittals, and responses to RFPs/RFIs.
• Maintain knowledge of product releases, tools, lead times, and competitive information.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer facing

Sales support

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related field

Tools

CRM

Microsoft 365

Proposal tools

Job description

What will you do in this position?

As the global leader in energy management and automation, Schneider Electric Federal meets America's surging energy demands while strengthening national security and supporting a thriving economy. With 18,500+ employees across all states, we're investing in America every day. We are seeking a Federal Power Systems Inside Sales Engineer to provide technical and operational sales support for the Power Systems business.

Sales Enablement:

• Support Strategic Account Executives, Territory Account Executives, Specialized Sales Engineers, and Schneider field offices with opportunity development, product selection, quoting coordination, and other day-to-day sales activities for the federal Power Systems business.
• Assist with technical proposals, submittals, presentations, and responses to RFPs/RFIs by gathering and organizing required product and application information.
• Maintain working knowledge of Schneider Electric product releases, tools, lead times, industry requirements, and competitive information to support timely sales responses.

Customer Engagement:

• Support customer meetings and virtual discussions by preparing technical information, documenting follow-up items, and coordinating responses across Schneider Electric's Power Systems business.
• Help clarify customer requirements and coordinate with internal technical and commercial teams to address questions and application needs.
• Assist with equipment selection, basic solution development, and preparation of supporting documentation that aligns with customer requirements.

Internal Collaboration:

• Build effective working relationships within the Power Systems Business Unit and coordinate with federal account executives, quotation teams, operations, and field offices to support a consistent One Schneider customer experience.
• Track customer questions, open actions, proposal inputs, and internal follow-ups to help keep opportunities moving on schedule.
• Maintain sales support materials, reference documents, opportunity information, and recurring reports as needed by the federal sales team.

This role might be a great fit for you if:

Technical Expertise:

• Working knowledge of Schneider Electric's Power Systems or Square D product line, with the ability to expand product knowledge through training and hands‑on support.
• Experience supporting low‑voltage and medium‑voltage equipment applications, quotations, or technical documentation.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., cybersecurity, safety).

Customer‑Facing Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to organize and explain technical information clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with customers and cross‑functional internal teams while managing multiple requests and priorities.
• Experience working with federal government agencies or customers a plus.

Sales Support Experience:

• Experience supporting sales teams through quotation coordination, proposal preparation, order or project follow‑up, and customer response activities.
• Familiarity with the federal government procurement process and sales cycle is preferred.
• Ability to review customer requirements, identify missing information, and coordinate the appropriate technical response.

Additional Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience with CRM, quotation, proposal, and Microsoft 365 tools is a plus.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for customer meetings, training, and site support.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 – USD 152,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short‑term incentives. The compensation range for this full‑time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

• Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
• Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
• Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
• Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
• Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

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+9% organic growth

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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