Regional Drive Systems Specialist - Electrical & Mechanical

Applied Industrial Technologies; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies in the Midwest is seeking an Electrical/Mechanical Drive Product and System Specialist to plan and execute drive solutions across Southern Indiana, Southwest Ohio, and Central Kentucky. You will collaborate with field sales, provide technical support, and analyze opportunities to grow market share across the region. The role includes training internal staff and customers, plus developing supplier partnerships and data-driven strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred, or industry related experience.
• High School Education or equivalent required.
• 3 to 5 years of experience with industrial drive systems required or related products.
• Must be able to read mechanical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Make joint sales calls with field sales staff in support of Electrical and Mechanical Drive Products.
• Provide technical support to internal and external customers
• Work with internal Management to conduct opportunity analysis including competitive overview with geographic marketplace.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers of Drive Products including but not limited to electrical motors, variable frequency drives, gear reducers, soft starts, etc.
• Evaluate internal capabilities within the geographic responsibility (Southern Indiana, Southwest Ohio and Central Kentucky)
• Conduct training for both internal associates and customers.
• Assist in the development of industry data collection; interchange information, case histories, Documented Value Added, and application data.
• Responsible for helping set sales target goals and execution of the industry marketing strategy.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

Reading schematics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

High School Education or equivalent

Job description

Applied Industrial Technologies in the Midwest is seeking an Electrical/Mechanical Drive Product and System Specialist to plan and execute drive solutions across Southern Indiana, Southwest Ohio, and Central Kentucky. You will collaborate with field sales, provide technical support, and analyze opportunities to grow market share across the region. The role includes training internal staff and customers, plus developing supplier partnerships and data-driven strategies.