Sales Engineer (Modular Power Distribution)

Hubbell Incorporated; Knightdale (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical solutions provider is seeking a Sales Engineer to support data center sales initiatives. Responsibilities include delivering technical support, engaging with key clients, and collaborating with various teams to ensure product preferences are met. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in technical sales, a Bachelor's degree in engineering, and proficiency with design software. This role requires strong communication skills and ability to travel up to 60%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data center technical sales.
• Proven ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of customers.
• Proficiency in interpreting One Line diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre and post-sales technical support and design assistance.
• Engage with key accounts to enhance client experiences.
• Collaborate with Sales team to reinforce product preference.

Skills

Technical sales experience in data centers

Exceptional communication skills

Proficiency in electrical design software

Customer relationship management

Ability to travel domestically

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

Salesforce

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Sales Engineer (Modular Power Distribution)

Hubbell Inc brand PCX stands as a premier integrator of engineered, prefabricated/modular electrical and mechanical systems for data centers, commercial, and industrial markets. Our offerings range from Modular Data Centers to Custom Integrated Switchboards and comprehensive indoor/outdoor electrical distribution centers.

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Sales Engineer to lead our sales initiatives, providing cutting‑edge modular or prefabricated power distribution solutions to our Data Center clientele. This role demands a proactive approach in delivering presentations, spearheading technical sales, participating in trade shows, and engaging directly with customers to foster long‑term relationships.

• Deliver expert pre and post-sales technical support, including design assistance, addressing technical queries, and crafting tailored solutions, quotes, and proposals.
• Actively engage with key accounts to consult, advise, and enhance the client experience, setting a standard well above industry norms.
• Collaborate closely with the Sales team to ensure our products are the preferred choice over competitors during all customer interactions and opportunity stages.
• Utilize comprehensive market and product knowledge to integrate Hubbell PCX into specifications from the initial design stages.
• Lead targeted product meetings and presentations, develop strong client relationships, and ensure follow‑through to order completion.
• Champion client satisfaction and issue resolution to secure repeat business and sustain long‑term client partnerships.
• Monitor market and competitor activities, providing insightful reports and strategic feedback to Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, and Sales leadership teams.
• Work in tandem with Product Managers, Engineering, and Marketing to penetrate strategic market verticals effectively.
• Maintain and manage a robust sales pipeline and forecasting activities (via Salesforce) to support regional technology strategies and growth objectives.
• Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and customer meetings, and provide training and support to the DC sales team.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• 5+ years of experience in data center technical sales.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in interpreting One Line diagrams and using electrical design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks.
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proven ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 60%.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Electrical Solutions

Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.