Senior Residential Sales Engineer - Field, 50% Travel

Eaton; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 107,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton seeks a Senior Outside Sales Engineer - Residential to cover a 50‑mile radius around Morrisville, NC (near Charlotte) or Greenville, SC, selling electrical products and services to the residential market.

The role builds strong relationships with contractors, installers, and distributors, drives territory growth, and uses Salesforce for pipeline and forecasting. 50% travel is required, with base compensation plus incentives.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in B2B sales or related roles.
• Ability to travel 50% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with contractors, channel partners, and homebuilders.
• Identify high-potential installers and distribution partners within the territory.
• Execute territory sales plans to achieve sales and growth objectives.
• Provide technical support and collaborate with internal teams to deliver customer solutions.

Skills

B2B sales

Sales engineering

Travel planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree (any)

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Eaton seeks a Senior Outside Sales Engineer - Residential to cover a 50‑mile radius around Morrisville, NC (near Charlotte) or Greenville, SC, selling electrical products and services to the residential market.

The role builds strong relationships with contractors, installers, and distributors, drives territory growth, and uses Salesforce for pipeline and forecasting. 50% travel is required, with base compensation plus incentives.