Municipal Water Solutions Sales Engineer | ESOP

Cogent; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with company match

Profit-Sharing Plan

Health, Dental, Vision & Life Ins.

Ongoing training opportunities

Job summary

Cogent is seeking a Municipal Outside Sales Engineer in St. Louis to sell water and wastewater treatment equipment. This role focuses on sourcing new customers, managing accounts, and delivering superior customer service.

A Bachelor's in Engineering and two years of technical sales experience are required. Ideal candidates possess strong industry knowledge and excellent interpersonal skills. Cogent offers a team-oriented environment with employee ownership and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in technical sales and account management.
• Proven ability to prospect, close sales, and obtain referrals.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan.
• Manage and grow an assigned territory and account base.
• Build trusted relationships with municipal engineers and procurement teams.
• Collaborate with inside sales, service, and engineering teams.
• Provide accurate forecasting and territory reporting.

Skills

Water treatment knowledge

Wastewater processes

Technical sales

Account management

Salesforce CRM

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship-building

Project management

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Job description

Cogent is seeking a Municipal Outside Sales Engineer in St. Louis to sell water and wastewater treatment equipment. This role focuses on sourcing new customers, managing accounts, and delivering superior customer service.

A Bachelor's in Engineering and two years of technical sales experience are required. Ideal candidates possess strong industry knowledge and excellent interpersonal skills. Cogent offers a team-oriented environment with employee ownership and growth opportunities.