Regional Sales Engineer (Boston, MA)

Job Title: Regional Sales EngineerSummary/ObjectiveThe Regional Sales Engineer works within an assigned territory and is the primary person responsible for customer support and relationships. The Regional Sales Engineer works on new business development with both existing and potential new customers by identifying customer needs and offering optimal ways of utilizing either standard or customized company products to best support the technical requirements.Essential FunctionsProvides technical assistance and application guidance to engineering personnel at customer sites and prospective customer sitesRepresents the customer voice and steps in as needed to ensure customer satisfaction (i.e. RMA's, deliveries, pricing, product warranties, etc.)Engages company resources, both within HDLLC and HDSI, as needed to resolve customer concerns or identified problems such as purchase order reviews, RMA's, or expediting customer deliveryMaintains records in company CRM (Customer Relationship Manager) for all accounts in territory and inputs information including: visit and communications, contacts and their information, opportunity tracking, technical details of equipment requirements, products used or being considered, competition activities, and customer feedback, etc.Establishes new business and maintains existing relationshipsInteracts through various forms of communication including frequent customer visits, emails, and phone calls.Prepares sales forecast twice per yearDelivers technical presentations and issues quotations with an understanding of underlying costsMaintains list of target accounts and has focused activity to generate business with themPerforms research and follow-up on leads generated from advertising, trade shows, web, etc.Participates in internal sales meetings, trade shows and conferences in working toward Sales department goals.Business development - As assigned by Sales Engineering Mgr., research & investigate opportunities for the company in a targeted market. Involves a national perspective, teamwork with the end objective of assisting the company to meet targeted growth.CompetenciesSales Skills, persuasion and tactfulnessSizing and selection of gearing and motorsKnowledge about market segmentsIn depth understanding of products and suppliers in the motion control marketKnowledge of competitors' strengths and weaknessesAbility to learn Harmonic Drive's products and applicationsWorking knowledge of ERP software, inventory access, items and categorization,Complete working knowledge of CRM including opportunities, activities, quotations, forecastingExcellent communication skills both written and verbal.Customer Service Supervisory ResponsibilityTeam involvement is essential; the position does not have direct reports.Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a professional office environment or in some cases out of a home office, involves frequent visits to customer sites. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Visual acuity (corrected) to read directions and prints and to inspect machined parts closelyDriving license and ability to travel regularlyAbility to carry sample cases and attend trade shows Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.TravelTravel is expected approximately 20% of the time with overnight travel subject to the individual's territory. Some International travel may be required.Required Education and ExperienceBachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.3 to 5 years of sales or application engineering or related field experience with a preferred emphasis on motion control.No sponsorship visa (H1-B, etc) candidates at this time, sorry.Qualified candidates must submit their resume in Microsoft Word format along with at least three professional references to:COYOTE TECHNICAL & EXECUTIVE SOURCINGPhil MontoyaDirector of SourcingRegional Sales Engineer - Boston, WA#SalesEngineer#ApplicationsEngineer#EastCoast#Sales#MotionControl