Inside Sales Engineer

LONG Building Technologies; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Matching

Job summary

LONG Building Technologies in Cheyenne, WY is seeking an Inside Sales Engineer to bridge internal sales, customers, and suppliers. You will analyze customer needs, bid projects, perform takeoffs, and help price HVAC equipment accurately to support competitive bids.

Responsibilities include assisting sales engineers with equipment selections and pricing, coordinating with customers on delivery, and preparing submittals and orders. Travel for training may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience selling and/or applying HVAC equipment.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical systems, and construction procedures.
• Excellent computer skills, especially with Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and proposals for HVAC equipment.
• Assist sales engineers with equipment selections and pricing.
• Bid jobs and prepare submittals for buyers.
• Coordinate with customers on delivery requirements.
• Maintain project line items costs and invoicing with direction from sales engineers.
• Support change orders and RFPs as needed.

Skills

HVAC sales experience

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Project coordination

Detail-oriented

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Purpose

The Inside Sales Engineer acts as the liaison between internal sales personnel, customers, and suppliers as LONG works to bid and work projects.You’llutilizeyour technical knowledge and sales skills to analyze the needs of customers, bid work projects, and perform takeoffs, while also tracking quotas for sales personnel, tracking vendor activities, and communicating project specifics to Sales Engineers. This role is critical to theaccurateand competitive pricing of various jobs LONG engages in.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Care Insurance
• Basic Life
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with Employer Matching contributions
• Profit Sharing/Bonus/ Commission Program as applicable
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Community Service Day
• 8 Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Legal and IDShield

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties or tasks assigned asrequired. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:

• Prepare cost estimates and proposals for heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment and products.
• Assist sales engineer with equipment selections and pricing.
• Assist in bidding jobs with direction of sales engineers.
• Prepare and assemble technical data for submittal to buyers.
• Prepare/release orders for products to manufacturers.
• Review manufacturers acknowledgements for accuracy.
• Correct orders as required.
• Coordinate equipment size and delivery requirements with customers.
• Enter projects in job control system, maintain project line items costs and invoicing with direction from sales engineers.
• Perform detailed project cost management.
• Work closely with Sales Engineers and project managers in preparation of Change Orders for booked jobs.
• Require customer communications and coordination in all aspects of a project.
• Manufacturer coordination with respect to product availability, options and pricing.
• Coordinate weekly bid coordination among sales team and ensure all opportunities are assigned to a salesperson.
• Gather plans, addenda, and specifications to ensure compliance with acceptable manufacturers and reports non-compliance to salespeople.
• Collaborate with sales team on follow-up and sales forecasting via CRM.
• Provide periodic (monthly) updates to Sales Manager and Sales Team as to quota, sales forecast, and vendor activity.
• Pursue “Prior Approvals” for jobs where LONG not specified as equal.
• Assist sales team with preparation of RFPs as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Pay Range

$26 - $ 37.16 per hr. plus potential profit share.

Qualifications

• 3 + years’ experience selling and/or applying HVAC equipment.
• Knowledge of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, electrical systems, energy management, engineering, installation, and construction procedures.
• Excellent computer skills, specifically with Microsoft applications.
• Complete thorough and detailed work with accuracy and consistency.
• Ability to make decisions, dispose of problems, and complete thoroughly detailed work.
• Ability to interact with all levels of personnel to include department and project managers, engineers, sales personnel, and service and control technicians.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Willingness to accept responsibility and accountability.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts.
• Availability for after-hour consultation and problem solving on assigned jobs as necessary.
• Occasional travel for training purposes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

Physical Requirements

• This position may require lifting to 25 lbs. from floor to countertop and countertop to floor.
• This position may include sitting for extended periods, lifting, bending, and kneeling.

Environment

• Inside and outside work environment

Hazards

• General construction worksite hazards
• Possible driving in inclement weather conditions

Competencies

To perform this position successfully, an individual must display the following qualities.

• LONG expects its employees to understand and meet customer needs, collaborate effectively with colleagues, manage potential hazards and risks, and engage with and contribute to the community. These values are part of our core values used as performance metrics and are integral to company culture.

LONG Building Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of HVAC equipment and contracting services, serving commercial clients. With a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service. Our company operates in an environment where unions play a significant role, ensuring fair labor practices and adherence to industry standards.

At LONG Building Technologies, we don’t just accept difference - we celebrate it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our co-workers, our customers, and our company. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.