Security Systems Solutions Engineer

IES Communications; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

IES Communications seeks a Solutions Engineer in Tempe, AZ to partner with the sales team, design low-voltage solutions, and support pre-construction activities. A security systems background is required, with 5+ years in telecommunications or related fields.

Responsibilities include preparing reports from site visits, coordinating with sales and operations during turnover, and attending training on technical requirements. Travel within the territory may be needed.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• RCDD certification preferred.
• Structured cabling industry experience preferred.
• Must have experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the customer and the Company.
• Must have a minimum of seven (5) years of experience in telecommunications or a related technical or construction field.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.

Responsibilities

• The Sales Engineer will work with the sales team to design low-voltage solutions for IES clients.
• The Sales Engineer identifies current and future customer service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons able to understand service requirements.
• The Sales Engineer determines improvements by analyzing cost-benefit ratios of equipment, supplies, or service applications in customer environment; engineering or proposing changes in equipment, processes, or use of materials or services
• The Sales Engineer will act as liaison between and meet with sales, project management and operations when project is turned over for installation.
• The Sales Engineer prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information from site visits/customer meetings to the pre-construction & sales team.
• The Sales Engineer will attend training and review sessions on technical requirements per the Company’s training guidelines.
• The Sales Engineer will attend and complete job turnover meetings as required to cover all details and expectations of project as they were designed
• The Sales Engineer will handle other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

security systems background

telecommunications experience

blueprints interpretation

customer liaison

multitasking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree preferred

RCDD certification preferred

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Solutions Engineer provides internal and customer process analytics and work with sales team on customer facing services and solutions. The Sales Engineer will also assist in the day-to-day pre-construction deliverables and requests.

Must have security systems background

Job Summary

The Solutions Engineer provides internal and customer process analytics and work with sales team on customer facing services and solutions. The Sales Engineer will also assist in the day-to-day pre-construction deliverables and requests.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• The Sales Engineer will work with the sales team to design low-voltage solutions for IES clients.
• The Sales Engineer identifies current and future customer service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons able to understand service requirements. Provides product, service, or equipment technical and engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• The Sales Engineer determines improvements by analyzing cost-benefit ratios of equipment, supplies, or service applications in customer environment; engineering or proposing changes in equipment, processes, or use of materials or services
• The Sales Engineer will act as liaison between and meet with sales, project management and operations when project is turned over for installation.
• The Sales Engineer prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information from site visits/customer meetings to the pre-construction & sales team.
• The Sales Engineer will attend training and review sessions on technical requirements per the Company’s training guidelines.
• The Sales Engineer will attend and complete job turnover meetings as required to cover all details and expectations of project as they were designed
• The Sales Engineer will handle other responsibilities as assigned.

Min

USD $65,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $125,000.00/Yr.

Qualifications

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Must have proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
• Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Must be able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Must be able to learn Company and customer project management systems.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects/estimates and present a high level of organization.

Education, Certification, License, And Skill Requirements

• Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• RCDD certification preferred.
• Structured cabling industry experience preferred.
• Must have experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the customer and the Company.
• Must have a minimum of seven (5) years of experience in telecommunications or a related technical or construction field.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.

Minimum Years Of Experience

4-6

License Required

No

Minimum Education

High School

Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8+ billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply

EEO Statement

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

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IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

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Right to Work

English

Spanish

Workplace Type

Remote