Inside Sales Engineer (Data Center Market)

Tranter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Inside Sales Application Engineer I at Tranter delivers technical sales and application engineering support for heat exchanger solutions across North America. You will work with customers, channel partners, and the sales team to craft engineered solutions, prepare proposals, and support orders from development to fulfillment.

The role combines engineering knowledge, customer focus, and commercial acumen to drive growth, satisfaction, and market presence, with emphasis on product selection,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of technical sales experience preferred.
• Knowledge of heat exchanger design, engineered products, P&ID diagrams, and fabrication drawings preferred.
• Experience with CRM/ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to support continuous improvement, SOP compliance, and HSE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical sales and application engineering support.
• Develop engineered solutions, prepare technical proposals and quotations.
• Support project execution from opportunity development through order fulfillment.
• Handle product selection, quotation preparation, and CRM management.
• Forecast and assist with customer training; collaborate with manufacturing.

Skills

Technical sales

CRM/ERP experience

Communication

Customer service

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CRM/ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

This is a Sales Support position - not IT.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Tranter will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tranter is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Inclusion & Diversity:

At Tranter-LHE Group, we strive for a true inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to “be the best version of themselves” and bring their distinct aspects of diversity to the workplace. Tranter-LHE’s Vision is to create an inclusive workplace where diversity is essential to achieving the company’s objectives. We believe that diversity maximizes the potential of all individuals and the organization.

What's in it for you?

Tranter offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) plan, and much more. At Tranter, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, experience, and location to get it right!

Job Summary:

The Inside Sales Application Engineer I provides technical sales and application engineering support for Tranter heat exchanger solutions across North America. This role partners with customers, channel partners, and the sales organization to develop engineered solutions, prepare technical proposals and quotations, and support project execution from opportunity development through order fulfillment. The position combines engineering expertise, customer engagement, and commercial acumen to help drive sales growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and expand Tranter’s presence in key markets.

The ideal candidate will combine engineering knowledge, customer focus, and commercial awareness to support sales growth, customer satisfaction, and market development. Responsibilities include product selection, quotation preparation, order and CRM management, technical support, forecasting, customer training, and collaboration with manufacturing to ensure technical and commercial requirements are met.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 2+ years of technical sales experience preferred
• Knowledge of heat exchanger design, engineered products, P&ID diagrams, and fabrication drawings preferred
• Experience with CRM/ERP systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication, organization, and customer-service skills
• Ability to support continuous improvement, SOP compliance, and HSE requirements

This position is part of the Sales organization and may require limited domestic travel.