Regional Automation Sales Engineer

Bagby and Company; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp. is seeking an Automation Sales Engineer to drive sales growth and market development for WEG Automation solutions across a defined U.S. territory.

You will work with distributors, OEMs, integrators, and end users to identify strategic opportunities and deliver value‑added, technically sound proposals. The role requires a strong technical background in automation, drives, PLCs, and motor management, plus the ability to influence decision‑makers and develop long‑term

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; combination of technical training, certifications, and relevant engineering/industry experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, electrical systems, motion control, or related technologies.
• Strong application knowledge of AC/DC drives, soft starters, PLCs, controls, and motor management.
• Proven success in supporting technical sales opportunities and growing business in industrial markets.
• Experience working with distributors, OEMs, system integrators, contractors, and end users.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional sales strategies to increase WEG Automation sales and market share.
• Identify, target, and pursue new accounts and opportunities within the assigned geography.
• Provide pre‑sales technical support by understanding customer applications and proposing solutions.
• Lead complex sales opportunities by coordinating technical resources and internal teams.
• Build relationships with key decision‑makers and understand customer business drivers.
• Drive pipeline development and opportunity management with partners and system integrators.
• Collaborate with channel organizations to strengthen sales capabilities and market presence.
• Provide product training, application support, and technical presentations to customers and partners.
• Provide market feedback and competitive intelligence to product teams.

Skills

Industrial automation

Electrical systems

Motion control

Drives & soft starters

PLC & controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Business software

Digital communication platforms

Job description

WEG Electric Corp. is seeking an Automation Sales Engineer to drive sales growth and market development for WEG Automation solutions across a defined U.S. territory.

You will work with distributors, OEMs, integrators, and end users to identify strategic opportunities and deliver value‑added, technically sound proposals. The role requires a strong technical background in automation, drives, PLCs, and motor management, plus the ability to influence decision‑makers and develop long‑term