Geotechnical Sales Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviewing and interpreting civil, structural and geotechnical construction documents. 
• Preparing estimates and proposals for ground support solutions based on your interpretation of these documents. 
• Pre-bid geotechnical and structural design calculations in support of sales efforts using our in-house or commercial computer-aided design software packages. 
• Communicating with Clients, Engineers and Architects in order to move the sales process forward to a successful contract. 
• Negotiating contract terms and closing of sales where you are designated as the sales lead. 
• Making technical presentations to prospects and supporting the educational training of Menard clientele. 
• Working with other members of the sales and engineering teams on a regular basis. 
• Supporting the Marketing and Business Development departments by attending trade shows, conferences and other marketing events. 
• Business development and search for new opportunities and clients. 
• Establishing new and maintaining existing relationships with our customers. 
• Ensures that all Company safety rules and procedures (including site-specific regulations) are being strictly adhered to by all Project Team members.
• Assisting Design Engineers with preparation of final designs and shop drawings, cutoff charts, log review, etc.
• During initial months, on-site (field) duties will be assigned. These include performing and managing field quality control tests and production records, on site field surveys and construction layout, and preparing drawings/sketches to support construction work.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding of engineering science and technology, design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills with attention to detail. 
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field, plus 2-3 years of experience in construction and/or geotechnical engineering. 

-OR- any equivalent combination of education and experience which meets the required knowledge, skills and abilities.