BEST-Associate Sales Engineer-HVAC Greenville SC at Johnson Controls summary:
The Associate Sales Engineer position at Johnson Controls involves participating in a 4-month technical sales development program focused on HVAC products and services for commercial customers. As a recent college graduate, you'll leverage your engineering knowledge to build market share, prepare proposals, and consult with architects and building owners. The role emphasizes teamwork, strong analytical skills, and effective communication in a collaborative environment.
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What we offer
- Competitive salary starting at $68,000 - $70,000 and commission/ bonus plan!
- Paid vacation/holidays/sick time – 15 days of vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays
- Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to; 401k, Medical, Dental and Vision care – Available day one
- Company vehicle
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment
What you will do
Our Early Career Sales Engineering (BEST) Program is a 4-month technical sales development program for Recent College Graduates that focuses on creating market share by strategic selling Johnson Controls’ HVAC products and services to commercial customers. In this program you will have a chance to apply your technical engineering knowledge and business acumen to work with customers to better understand their product and project needs by being the subject matter expert. As part of the program, you will participate in a 4-month training and development program combining classroom, field orientation, and on the job training. You will learn our mechanical equipment and service offerings, customer relationship techniques and leadership skills in preparation for supporting customers in your territory alongside the sales team. You will be prepared to consult with architects, engineers, and building owners on product selections; partner with and learn from internal experts and deliver on business goals. You will be a critical part of a local sales team and a national network of sales professionals. #BEST
How you will do it
- Estimate job bids and prepare proposals with contractors, architects and building owners
- Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors
- Complete sales calls to generate new business and build on existing relationships
- Present solutions to customers for consideration
- Collect and analyze market intelligence
- Turn projects over to operations team for execution and installations
What we look for
Required:
- Currently pursuing an Engineering Bachelor’s degree and graduating in December 2024 and May 2024 Program starts January 2025, must be able to work full-time before program begins
- Strong analytical ability to solve programs and ability to learn quickly
- Ability to manage multiple projects and cross-functional teams with minimum guidance
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred:
- Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Degree, strongly preferred
- Previous sales or engineering experiences through co-ops, internships, part-time or full-time jobs (preferred)
Keywords:
HVAC, Sales Engineer, Technical Sales, Commercial Customers, Engineering Degree, Market Share, Proposal Preparation, Customer Relationships, Building Solutions, Johnson Controls