Field Sales Engineer, Power Distribution - Detroit

Eaton; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s North American Sales Division in Southfield, MI is seeking an Outside Sales Engineer to cover the greater Detroit area, focusing on power distribution solutions for residential and light commercial markets. You will build relationships with customers and channel partners, interpret plans and specifications, and present bids and quotations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least one year in a technical or commercial field, a valid driver’s license, and proximity within 50

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a technical or commercial field.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license.
• No relocation assistance; must reside within 50 miles of Southfield, MI.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with key customers and channel partners to enhance long-term business prospects.
• Execute sales plans to meet performance expectations and requirements.
• Review and interpret customer needs on plans and specifications.
• Prepare and present bids and quotations using company guidelines with sound business judgment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product lines, operations, and internal stakeholders to provide customer-centric solutions.
• Monitor market conditions and competitive activities and relay insights to product divisions.
• Assist teammates in training Channel on Eaton products and tools.
• Provide accurate planning, interpretation, quotation, and technical support.
• Plan promotional events and presentations with distributors to achieve sales goals.

Skills

Relationship building

Sales planning

Needs interpretation

Communication

Negotiation

Technical problem-solving

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Eaton’s North American Sales Division in Southfield, MI is seeking an Outside Sales Engineer to cover the greater Detroit area, focusing on power distribution solutions for residential and light commercial markets. You will build relationships with customers and channel partners, interpret plans and specifications, and present bids and quotations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least one year in a technical or commercial field, a valid driver’s license, and proximity within 50