Senior Sales Engineer

Senior Sales Engineer

Eaton's North American Sales Division is currently seeking a Senior Sales Engineer to join our team. This position will be based in our Southfield, MI office, covering the greater Detroit area with a focus on power distribution solutions. This exciting opportunity offers the ability to work directly with customers and channel partners while delivering technical sales solutions on high-profile projects. The role provides strong exposure to cross-functional collaboration and ownership of the full sales cycle, from specification through quotation. You'll be joining a highly engaged and collaborative team operating in a dynamic, high-growth market, where innovation, customer focus, and professional development are strongly supported.

Are you passionate about working for a company that not only delivers cutting-edge solutions but also prioritizes ethical practices and environmental impact? At Eaton, we're on a mission to power the world around us while leaving a positive footprint.

Eaton's Electrical Sector is a global leader in providing innovative electrical solutions. We power the world around us, including our homes, schools, hospitals, retail stores, factories, data centers, and more.

We're not just about business; we're about making a difference. Our team is dedicated to improving lives and safeguarding the environment through our products and services.

• Build relationships with key customers and channel partners to enhance long-term business prospects

• Execute sales plans to meet performance expectations and requirements

• Review and interpret customer needs on plans and specifications

• Prepare and present bids and quotations to customers using company price and delivery guidelines while using sound business judgment

• Collaborate cross functionally with product lines, operations, and other internal stakeholders to provide customer centric solutions

• Be aware of and responsive to market conditions and competitive activities while communicating such information to product divisions

• Assist teammates on training Channel on Eaton Products and Electronic Tools

• Collect, analyze, and utilize market intelligence regarding competitive products, customer needs, preferences, and buying habits to drive data-based decisions

• Provide accurate and timely planning and specification interpretation, quotation, and technical support

• Plan promotional events and presentations with distributor personnel to promote Eaton's position, while developing a proven record of achieving assigned sales goals

General knowledge of Eaton Electrical product and service capabilities

Ability to build trust and relationships with various types of people

Ability to anticipate and be proactive on customer needs

Ability to leverage internal stakeholders to meet customer and organizational needs

Ability to learn and utilize digital tools and proprietary software

Technical problem-solving, communication, customer service, time management, presentation, planning, interpersonal and teamwork skills

Understanding of sales processes

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Minimum of three years of experience in a technical or commercial field

Possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver's license

No relocation assistance will be provided for this role. Candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of Southfield, MI. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation

Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position