Technical Sales, Truss Bridge

Contech Engineered Solutions LLC Career Center; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Team-oriented environment

Career growth with industry leader

Job summary

Contech Engineered Solutions LLC Career Center is seeking a driven Technical Sales professional to support our Truss Bridge product line, including Pedestrian Truss, Vehicular Girder, and Vehicular Truss systems. You will work with consulting engineers, government agencies, and internal teams to guide projects from concept and bidding through manufacturing.

In this role, you will identify new opportunities, conduct regional research, represent the company at trade shows, develop cost estimates

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years of experience with engineered products in construction industry.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences and train others.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and cultivate new project opportunities to grow market demand.
• Conduct regional market research, including competitive analysis and pricing trends.
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events, support seminars and training sessions.
• Develop cost estimates and project quotes for truss bridge systems.
• Collaborate with consulting engineers, city/county/state agencies, and internal sales teams in your region.
• Manage project continuity from solution development and bid phase through manufacturing handoff.
• Serve as a technical expert, providing timely responses to client and internal inquiries.
• Maintain ownership of all bid opportunities and pricing within the territory.
• Monitor project pipelines and ensure opportunities are tracked through the sales cycle.
• Support development and defense of project specifications.
• Initiate and review truss orders for scope and accuracy prior to engineering release.
• Partner with plant managers, engineering, and production teams to meet commitments.
• Deliver product training to sales and marketing teams; update materials with product changes.

Skills

Technical communication

Sales aptitude

Market analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

We are seeking a driven Technical Sales individualto support our Truss Bridge product line, including Pedestrian Truss, Vehicular Girder, and Vehicular Truss systems. You will work closely with consulting engineers, government agencies, and internal sales and operations teams to guide projects from concept and bidding through manufacturing.

Why Should You Apply?

• Work in a positive, team-oriented environment where collaboration is a priority.
• Achieve your professional goals without sacrificing the balance between work and life.
• Grow your career with an industry leader known for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution.
• A comprehensive benefits package with options to choose what works best for you and your family.

About the Role:

• Identify, qualify, and cultivate new project opportunities to grow market demand.
• Conduct regional market research, including competitive analysis and pricing trends.
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events, support seminars and training sessions.
• Develop cost estimates, and project quotes for truss bridge systems.
• Collaborate directly with consulting engineers, city/county/state agencies, and internal sales teams within your assigned region.
• Manage project continuity from solution development and bid phase through manufacturing handoff.
• Serve as a technical expert, providing timely and accurate responses to client and internal inquiries.
• Maintain ownership of all bid opportunities and pricing within the assigned territory.
• Monitor project pipelines and ensure all opportunities are tracked and followed throughout the sales cycle.
• Support development and defense of project specifications.
• Initiate and review truss orders for scope, accuracy, and completeness prior to engineering release.
• Partner with plant project managers, engineering, and production teams to ensure customer commitments are met.
• Deliver product training to sales and marketing teams to strengthen product knowledge and positioning.
• Collaborate with marketing to update and develop materials based on product changes and enhancements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of technical tools and participate in new product development discussions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Mangagement or a related technical degree. Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
• Strong knowledge of the construction industry and a minimum of 2-years experience with engineered products preferred.
• Experience in manufactured construction product sales and manufacturing experience beneficial.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, and to provide training to help others learn and develop their knowledge of the product.
• Ability to manage and interact effectively with team members to direct work flow, assign duties and complete tasks.
• Ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines
• Ability to travel occasionally.

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