Sales Engineer - Industrial Automation

Graybar Electric Company, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) with company match

Health benefits

Paid vacation & sick days

Paid holidays

Disability benefits

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Graybar Electric Company, Inc. is seeking a Sales Engineer - Industrial Automation in the Pittsburgh area. You will support sales of automation and control products and work with branch staff to identify opportunities to meet customer needs.

The role requires knowledge of automation products, strong communication skills, and the ability to present complex solutions to non-technical staff. Extensive travel is expected as part of this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of progressively more responsible sales, marketing, or field experience.
• 2 year technical college degree or equivalent required.
• 4+ years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of high-tech automation and control products.
• Knowledge of engineering principles related to customer automation products.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Interpersonal, organizational, and team-building skills.
• Ability to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Specify products to meet customer requirements.
• Recommend inventory of automation products.
• Inform staff and customers of new developments in automation and related products technology.
• Provide technical services to customers for operation and maintenance of automation equipment.
• Provide technical support of automation and control products to customers and company personnel.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Travel willingness

Education

Two year degree

Job description

Job Summary

Make a difference. As a Sales Engineer - Industrial Automation, you will support the sales of high-tech automation and control products and work with branch personnel to identify opportunities for products to satisfy customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Specify products to meet customer requirements and needs
• Recommend inventory of automation products
• Inform sales staff and customers of new developments in automation and related products technology
• Provide technical services to customers for the operation and maintenance of automation equipment
• Provide technical support of automation and control products to customers and Company personnel and new product updates

What you bring to the table

• Minimum 1 year experience required in progressively more responsible sales, marketing, and/or field experience
• 2 year degree required, Technical college or equivalent
• 4+ years experience preferred
• Knowledge of high-tech automation and control products
• Knowledge of engineering principles related to customer automation products
• Knowledge of suppliers' automation products
• Oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal, organizational and team building skillsAbility to work effectively with management and evaluate customer needs
• Ability to clearly present complex solutions to non-technical staff
• Ability to make oral and written presentations to internal and external contacts
• Extensive travel required

Pay Details

The expected salary for this position is $80,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible based on specific and relevant business metrics. This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company-assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax‑free reimbursement. More information about Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.

Benefits

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts
• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you
• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness
• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year
• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health
• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community
• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles
• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program
• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs
• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever‑changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it's the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team. That's what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

Company Overview

Graybar, a Fortune 500 company, specializes in supply chain management services, and is a leading North American distributor of high quality components, equipment, and materials. We serve the construction market, the commercial, institutional, and government (CIG) market, and the industrial and utility markets. Graybar products and services support new construction, infrastructure updates, building renovation, facility maintenance, repair and operations, and original equipment manufacturing.