Sales Engineer, Utility Scale Solar

Samuel Knight Energy; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Full Corporate Benefits

Highly Competitive Salary

Remote / Flexible

Job summary

A leading renewable energy recruitment firm is seeking an Engineering Sales Manager/Director to drive business development across engineering services in the U.S. The ideal candidate will have a strong network in the renewable energy sector and a proven sales record. This role offers a competitive salary with extensive benefits in a fast-growing company known for its integrity and delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven track of selling engineering services, preferably electrical.
• Established network within the renewable energy industry.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy markets and project lifecycles.
• Strategic, consultative approach with a clear sales methodology.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy markets and project lifecycles.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales for engineering services across renewable energy sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with key industry players.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy.
• Identify opportunities for new partnerships and service growth.
• Collaborate closely with internal engineering, operations, and executive teams to ensure client success.

Skills

Sales Strategy Development

Relationship Building

Communication

Consultative Approach

Understanding of Renewable Energy Markets

Job description

Engineering Sales Manager / Director

Location: United States (Remote / Flexible)

Salary: Highly Competitive + Bonus + Unlimited PTO + Full Corporate Benefits

Samuel Knight Energy is the leading recruitment partner to the U.S. renewable energy construction and operations sector — partnering with the nation’s foremost EPCs, O&M providers, and engineering consultancies building and maintaining Solar, BESS, and Wind assets across the country.

In this role, we are proud to represent one of the largest holistic service providers in the US renewable energy industry — a company offering comprehensive solutions across Engineering, Construction Management, and Operations & Maintenance. Their engineering division supports clients with turnkey technical services, backed by a team of skilled engineers and a reputation for excellence.

This position — Engineering Sales Manager or Director (depending on experience) — is an exceptional opportunity for a commercially driven professional to lead business development efforts across engineering services.

Responsibilities:

• Drive sales and business development for engineering services across the renewable energy sector (Solar, BESS, Wind).
• Build and maintain relationships with EPCs, developers, and asset owners.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy, aligned with company goals.
• Identify opportunities for new partnerships and service growth.
• Collaborate closely with internal engineering, operations, and executive teams to ensure client success.

Requirements:

Proven track of selling engineering services (electrical discipline strongly preferred; mechanical or civil also considered).

Proven record of identifying leads, raising opportunities and converting into significant meetings with decision makers.

Established network within the renewable energy industry.

Strategic, consultative approach with a clear sales methodology.

Strong understanding of renewable energy markets and project lifecycles.

Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills.

This is a chance to join a fast-growing, well-capitalized company with a reputation for delivery and integrity — and to play a pivotal role in expanding their engineering footprint across the U.S.

If you’re ready to take your renewable energy sales career to the next level, apply today or contact Samuel Knight Energy for a confidential discussion.

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