Sales Solutions Mechanical or Electrical Engineer (Central Region)

ZipRecruiter; Shelton (WA); Remote; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy management company is seeking a Sales Solution Engineer to help clients optimize energy savings. This role demands extensive experience in the energy sector, particularly in sales support for energy solutions such as HVAC and renewable energy. The position ensures involvement in both technical analysis and client engagement, aiming to drive sustainability in various commercial sectors.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive pay and full benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years sales support or installation experience in energy systems.
• Experience with LED, HVAC, refrigeration, or renewable energy sources.
• Ability to manage multiple sales opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Understand and quantify various energy savings opportunities.
• Assist with pre-sales opportunity qualification and proposal development.
• Complete site surveys and gather data for solution recommendations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

We're helping businesses become more sustainable. Join us!

Budderfly is a fast-growing, private equity-backed energy management company that helps the planet by reducing carbon emissions for small to medium-sized enterprises. We are the premier sustainability partner for businesses with repeatable footprints such as restaurant chains, assisted living facilities, retail franchises, and more. By installing and managing a combination of patented technologies, equipment upgrades, and proprietary energy software solutions, we deliver energy savings with no investment required from our customers.

Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2025 and featured on the Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest-Growing Companies for four consecutive years, Budderfly is driving real impact at scale.

We are an energetic, dynamic, and dedicated team working together to make a positive environmental impact while providing excellent customer service. We are growing quickly and looking to add talented people who are passionate about making the world a better place!

We are seeking an out-of-the-box thinking, dependable, hardworking Sales Solution Engineer based in the central states of the USA, with extensive energy industry experience. Applicants should be experienced problem solvers who can work effectively with our Sales team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Understand and quantify solutions including, but not limited to, LED, HVAC, refrigeration, water, gas, and renewable energy savings opportunities in various commercial businesses.
• Assist with pre-sales opportunity qualification, discovery, solution analysis, and proposal development.
• Read and understand architectural and engineering drawings.
• Generate and assist with pre-sales opportunity qualification, discovery, solution analysis, and proposal development.
• Interface with Sales Account Executives and customer prospects throughout the sales cycle, attending internal and external meetings.
• Participate in the financial evaluation of sales opportunities using cost savings models and ROI analysis tools.
• Assess feasibility and viability of opportunities through upgrades to various systems and analyze repair/replace scenarios.
• Complete site surveys and analyses, gather data, review utility billing, and confirm solution requirements, presenting recommendations to stakeholders.
• Improve estimation models through post-installation reviews.
• Collaborate with Solutions and Operations teams to understand current solutions and provide feedback on customer trends.
• Attend trade shows and events to support business development efforts.
• Travel domestically 25-50% for site visits and events.

Desired Characteristics:

• Minimum of 3 years of sales support or installation experience in LED, HVAC, or refrigeration systems.
• Experience with renewable energy sources, including solar.
• Experience in conducting commercial energy or equipment audits.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Passion for energy savings and the green economy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple sales opportunities.
• Knowledge of industry principles related to LED, HVAC, refrigeration, water, gas, renewable energy, and telephony.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work remotely and independently.
• Willingness to travel domestically 25-50%.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 with potential $10,000 bonus

Job Location: Central States - Texas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado - Remote, with travel.

What We Offer:

• Career advancement in a fast-growing, supportive environment.
• Competitive pay and full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance.
• Opportunity to work with a team committed to positive change.

Compensation varies based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Budderfly is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants with disabilities or from protected classes. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.