Lead Outside Sales Engineer - Hybrid, Parma Area

Eaton; Parma (OH); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s ES AMER NAS division seeks a Lead Outside Sales Engineer in a hybrid role near Parma, OH. You will build relationships with key customers and channel partners, execute sales plans, and provide technical and planning support to drive growth.

Ideal candidates have a technical or commercial background with 5+ years’ experience, are legally eligible to work in the U.S., and hold a valid driver’s license. 50‑mile geographic area limit applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or commercial field and 5+ years of experience.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• No relocation benefit; candidates must reside within 50 miles of Parma, OH.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with key customers and channel partners to drive long-term business prospects.
• Execute sales plans to meet performance targets and requirements.
• Interpret customer needs on plans and specifications.
• Prepare bids and quotations using company guidelines and sound business judgment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product lines, operations, and internal stakeholders to deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Monitor market conditions and competitive activities and relay insights to product divisions.
• Assist teammates with training channel on Eaton products and tools.
• Collect and analyze market intelligence to drive data-based decisions.
• Provide accurate planning, quotation interpretation, and technical support.
• Plan promotional events with distributors to achieve sales goals.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Sales strategy

Digital tools

Technical problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical or commercial field

Tools

Eaton proprietary software

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER NAS division seeks a Lead Outside Sales Engineer in a hybrid role near Parma, OH. You will build relationships with key customers and channel partners, execute sales plans, and provide technical and planning support to drive growth.

Ideal candidates have a technical or commercial background with 5+ years’ experience, are legally eligible to work in the U.S., and hold a valid driver’s license. 50‑mile geographic area limit applies.