Regional Engineer, Hydraulic and Pneumatic

Overview Purvis Industries is a leading distributor of bearing, mechanical power transmission, electrical, fluid power, industrial products, and conveyor systems. We seek a sales-focused product and application expert to lead our Hydraulic and Pneumatic fluid power efforts. Purvis is more than just a distributor – we have in-house engineering, service, and contractor resources that give our team the capabilities to take care of the customer with a single call. We have a great team and provide our team members with challenging and fun opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. Our customer base includes such diverse industries as oil & gas, aggregate, cement, food & beverage, mining, and many more. The Hydraulic and Pneumatic fluid power Application Sales Engineer will work with our field sales personnel to grow our sales in hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems at new and existing customers. They will accomplish this through direct sales calls throughout the assigned Purvis geographical area and via electronic means (Teams, phone, video chat). They will assist with new applications (sizing, specifying, and designing) as well as existing applications (troubleshooting, repair, or replacement). Additionally, they will support our internal engineering design teams to assist in designing and applying hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power. The day-to-day work of the Application Sales Engineer involves meeting with customers and/or team members, providing technical advice and assistance on product selection and sizing, creating proposals or assisting in proposals with suppliers and team members, providing training to customers and team members, and assisting with product-specific marketing such as eCommerce. Responsibilities Directly participate in sales efforts to close orders Coordinate fluid power sales and systems with various Branches and Regional Managers Identify target accounts and prospects Work with the marketing team to produce marketing materials and events promoting fluid power Provide marketing suggestions for social media posts and other digital content Utilize AutoCAD, Solidworks, and manufacturer-provided software Provide advanced-level technical application support via phone, video conference, or in person Stay current on new products and technologies and educate Customers and Purvis Team Members about these new developments Determine final disposition of warranty claims and work with suppliers to resolve difficult cases Produce and present technical training for Customers and Purvis Team Members about hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power Other duties as assigned by Management. Skills & Abilities Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power, engineering principles, and creative problem solving Strong customer service and communication skills Strong work ethic and attention to detail Ability to read and understand technical drawings Proficiencies: Microsoft Office, Teams Good driving record Education & Experience Prefer a B.S. in Engineering or Mechatronics or equivalent experience Five (5) years of hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power Job Type Full time, 8-hour days M-F Travel Up to 50% domestic Benefits Available Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) with company matching Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Life Insurance Equal Opportunity Purvis Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Purvis Industries