Technical Sales, Truss Bridge ALEXANDRIA, MN, US Featured Job

Contech Engineered Solutions; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team-oriented environment

Work-life balance

Career growth with industry leader

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Contech Engineered Solutions seeks a motivated Technical Sales professional to drive growth for the Truss Bridge product line, including Pedestrian Truss and Vehicular Truss systems. You will collaborate with consulting engineers, government agencies, and internal teams from concept through manufacturing.

You will identify opportunities, perform regional market research, represent the company at events, and prepare cost estimates and quotes. Travel is required to cover assigned regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with engineered products preferred.
• Ability to translate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

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 within your region.
• Manage project continuity from solution development and bid phase through manufacturing handoff.
• Provide timely and accurate responses to client and internal inquiries.
• Maintain ownership of bid opportunities and pricing within the territory.
• Monitor project pipelines and ensure opportunities are tracked throughout the sales cycle.
• Support development and defense of project specifications.
• Initiate and review truss orders for scope, accuracy, and completeness before engineering release.
• Partner with plant project managers, engineering, and production teams to meet customer commitments.
• Deliver product training to sales and marketing teams; update materials based on product changes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of technical tools and participate in new product development discussions.

Skills

Construction industry knowledge

2+ years of engineered products exp.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

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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