Field Sales Engineer

Johnson Controls; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 90,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building technologies is seeking a Regional Field Position to provide technical pre-sales support for Fire Alarm and Life Safety Systems. This remote role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience with Simplex products and strong customer service skills, with the opportunity to contribute to various projects in the North West Territory. The position offers a salary range of $90,300 to $105,500 and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous paid vacation

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical experience with Simplex or Autocall products.
• Experience in the Fire Detection industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical pre-sales support for Fire Alarm/Life Safety System sales.
• Review system proposals to ensure functionality requirements are met.
• Perform demonstrations and presentations of Simplex equipment.

Skills

Technical experience with Simplex or Autocall products

Customer service abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Simplex equipment

Job description

Regional Field Position Must live in North West Region posted in!

Advance your career with the Johnson Controls team!

As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a diverse and inclusive team that empowers you to build your best future! Our teams are strategically positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to grow and develop through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We are committed to fostering an environment that supports the physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing of all employees. Become a valued member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in a company culture that values your unique voice and ideas – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

We recognize that a fulfilling career is supported by your overall wellbeing. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in multiple aspects of life, including:

• Competitive salary

• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time - 15 days of vacation in your first year to promote work-life balance

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care, available from day one

• An encouraging and collaborative team environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters innovation

• On-the-job and cross-training opportunities

• A strong commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy, ensuring a safe and secure workplace for all employees

• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

• Check us Out: A Day in the Life of the Building of the Future

Become part of a culture that celebrates your achievements and encourages your voice and ideas. Your next great opportunity for advancement is right at your fingertips! Take the initiative to explore your potential and embark on an exciting career journey with Johnson Controls.

What you will do

• You will be tasked with providing technical pre-sales support for new and retrofit Fire Alarm/Life Safety System sales within the North West Territory which includes Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and Alaska. This is a remote position, but residency within the territory is required .

• Your responsibilities will include reviewing system proposals submitted by local sales teams to ensure they meet functionality requirements and offering value engineering suggestions aimed at enhancing sales performance. Additionally, you will assist sales representatives in surveying customer facilities to determine necessary protection measures and gather essential information on their current systems to provide informed recommendations for future Fire Alarm/Life Safety Systems. You will also collaborate with various internal personnel to create comprehensive quotations.

• Perform demonstrations and presentations of Simplex equipment, alternative system interfaces, and updates on code compliance to end users, engineers, architects, contractors, and regulatory authorities.

• Partner with Sales and Installation teams on system designs, technical requirements, or project specifications as needed. Additionally, you will play a critical role in enhancing both product and application knowledge among newer sales representatives with whom you work closely.

• Collect information, select appropriate products (unless specified otherwise by contracts or customers), and prepare detailed scopes of work along with cost estimates. Provide guidance to sales representatives regarding Fire and life safety regulations and building codes related to proposed projects.

What we look for

Required

• A minimum of 5 years of technical experience with Simplex or Autocall products.

• Experience in the Fire Detection industry.

• Exceptional customer service and problem-solving abilities.

• Capability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Willingness to travel up to 40% to Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and Alaska

Preferred

• An Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field.

• Familiarity with Fire Regulations.

• Understanding of the sales process.

• NICET Level 2 certification or higher.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: WASHINGTON : 90,300- 105,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the Employee Benefits tab on our main careers page at https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers

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