Sales Engineer Energy Solutions - Illinois

divh2Sales Engineer/h2pZiegler Energy Solutions, a Ziegler company, is seeking a Sales Engineer to lead technical sales for commercial, industrial, and utility scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across Illinois. We develop advanced BESS solutions and complementary technologies including large UPS systems, solar PV, and EV charging infrastructure. In this role, you will serve as the technical sales lead for the state, supporting both turnkey project development and equipment only engagements. You will also help identify early opportunities across our broader distributed energy portfolio. This position is open until filled. Location: Remote (Must reside in Illinois due to regional travel and customer engagement requirements)/ph3Responsibilities/h3ulliLead technical sales for CI and utility-scale BESS projects./liliDevelop scopes, preliminary engineering, and conceptual designs./liliEngage early with customers, consultants, utilities, and EPCs to influence the basis of design, using bid specifications, utility requirements, and project documentation to guide system architecture./liliConduct site assessments, feasibility reviews, and DER introductions./liliInterpret RFPs, bid specifications, utility interconnection requirements, and engineering drawings./liliPrepare proposals, layouts, single-line diagrams, and technical narratives./liliCollaborate with development, engineering, project management, and electrical sub-contractors./li/ulh3Required Qualifications/h3ulli37+ years in technical sales within BESS, UPS, microgrids, or power systems/liliAbility to interpret RFPs, bid specifications, technical drawings, and utility requirements/liliStrong understanding of BESS components (PCS/inverters, BMS/EMS, safety systems, balance-of-plant)/liliFamiliarity with large critical-power systems/liliExcellent communication and customer-facing skills/liliMust reside in Illinois; willingness to travel up to 70% within the state/liliMust have and maintain a clean driving record to meet company insurability standards/li/ulh3Preferred Qualifications/h3ulliBachelors degree in engineering, business, or related field./liliExperience in both turnkey development and equipment-only strategies./liliFamiliarity with solar PV, EV charging, and multiple DER systems./liliWorking knowledge of UL 9540/9540A, NFPA 855, NEC, IEEE 1547./liliAbility to support basic financial modeling (IRR, NPV, LCOS)./li/ulh3Minimum Physical Requirements:/h3ulliStanding, walking, using hands, talking, hearing./liliWorking Conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be moderate at times./li/ulpThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals./ppThe total compensation (base plus incentive) for this position is $90,700.00 to $136,000.00. Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, and education. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes:/pulliHealth, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance/lili15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1/lili9 paid holidays/lili401(k) plan with company contribution and match/liliHSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year/liliShort-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA EAP/liliPaid Parental Leave Funeral Leave/liliFitness membership discount/liliEducation Assistance/li/ulpAt Ziegler Inc. were committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran./p/div