We are seeking an Applications Engineer to join a fast-growing and profitable organization, supporting both technical engineering and sales functions. This role provides an exciting opportunity to master product knowledge while contributing to business growth through customer engagement, quotations, and collaboration with sales teams. The position requires working closely with senior leaders and offers significant opportunities for career development within a rapidly expanding company.
Position Responsibilities
Product & Application Knowledge
- Develop and maintain a strong understanding of product capabilities and applications.
- Communicate effectively with channel partners, customers, design engineering, and production teams.
Customer Engagement & Quotations
- Analyze and interpret customer requirements to deliver accurate and competitive quotations.
- Identify project details, market trends, and competitive strengths to shape proposals.
- Complete proposals using established templates and ensure proper electronic filing.
Order & Pricing Management
- Review purchase orders for consistency with quotations and resolve conflicts before entry.
- Generate order entry materials and clarify special requirements.
- Implement pricing guidelines while identifying opportunities for alternate strategies.
Sales & Marketing Support
- Participate in conference calls with customers, sales teams, and partners.
- Manage a database of proposal status and competitive intelligence.
- Assist in creating marketing collateral and support trade shows, webinars, and virtual events.
Collaboration & Reporting
- Provide timely updates to management regarding customer needs and market opportunities.
- Work directly with leadership on proposals, pricing, and business development initiatives.
Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant business experience.
- Strong background in custom engineered sales.
- Ability to read and interpret specifications, electrical drawings, symbols, and nomenclature.
- Knowledge of electrical utility and renewable energy markets.
- Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE and IEC.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with CRM systems (INFOR SyteLine is a plus).
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Sales or business development certifications.
What the Role Offers
- Competitive base salary of $90,000 – $110,000.
- 10% bonus opportunity.
- Exposure to both technical engineering and sales leadership functions.
- Hands-on collaboration with senior leaders in a rapidly expanding organization.
- Opportunities for career advancement within a high-growth business.
Why Monroe?
Monroe offers a thriving business environment with a skilled workforce and easy access to major markets. Its proximity to both industrial and renewable energy sectors makes it an ideal hub for engineering and sales professionals. With a strong community, affordable living, and opportunities for career growth, Monroe provides a balanced lifestyle while positioning professionals at the heart of a dynamic and growing industry.