Job Summary

This is a hands-on, activity-driven role ideal for someone who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a dynamic team responsible for driving sales of all Phoenix Contact products by combining engineering knowledge with strong interpersonal and business skills. The Sales Engineer (OEM) plays a key role in identifying growth opportunities, building relationships with potential and existing developing customers, and supporting the sales pipeline through consistent outreach and follow-up. This role involves identifying customer needs, recommending suitable products or solutions, and providing technical support throughout the sales process. The Sales Engineer (OEM) works closely with our Channel and Field Application Engineering teams to ensure customer satisfaction and achieve sales targets. This role focuses on deepening relationships within assigned accounts, driving growth opportunities, and expanding business engagement to maximize long-term value.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed territory sales quotas as established by the RSM and/or Vice President—Field Sales.
• Be proficient in BASE selling skills and implement to build strong customer relationships.
• Generate new opportunities within assigned accounts through ongoing communication, relationship development, and collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of proposals, presentations, and sales materials.
• Maintain and update CRM systems with accurate client information. Fully utilize the CRM as a communication, reporting, measurement, and tracking tool to enhance productivity.
• Collaborate with the entire Phoenix Contact team to align efforts, effectively communicate both verbally and written.
• Track and report on business development activities and performance metrics.
• Differentiate Phoenix Contact from other component vendors by building “partner” relationships with customers.
• Focus on the customer by averaging a minimum of 16 to 20 sales calls per week.
• Be proficient in and drive the use of all sales tools provided to support local markets.
• Work closely with Harrisburg Product teams to aid in the development of field presentations and application notes.
• Proactively utilize all resources and sales tools to maximize productivity, responsiveness, and customer delight.
• Continue personal development through an effective skill-building program as determined by the RSM, Director of Sales, and/or the Harrisburg Training Department.
• Demonstrate technical competence on all products/solutions within the area of focus.
• Provide forecasts and reports to RSM as required.
• Independently and/or in conjunction with regional management, develop and implement effective Mutual Action Plans with assigned customer locations.
• Deliver presentations and hands-on demonstrations of Phoenix Contact products, applications, and technology for the purpose of product sales.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge on all Phoenix Contact products/solutions.
• Qualify and follow up on all opportunities within the assigned account portfolio.
• Follow up on all quotations within the assigned account portfolio.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree preferred.
• Technical discipline preferred and/or equivalent experience.
• 1 to 3 years minimum sales experience in the electronics or industrial automation & controls marketplace.
• Experience working with distribution preferred.
• Comfortable conducting regular outreach and check-ins with assigned accounts to maintain engagement and uncover new opportunities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to learn and adapt quickly.

Essential Job Functions

• Must be able to travel via airplane.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel via automobile for up to six hours at a time.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to travel overnight 40% as dictated by assigned territory.
• Comply with company dress code guidelines.
• Punctuality is required.
• Regular and on-time attendance.

Perks & Benefits

Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, bonus plan and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, auto allowance, life insurance, short & long-term disability, assistance, and more! Base salary: $112,000 - $152,000. Compensation information is made available in good faith. Phoenix Contact USA reserves the right to adjust ranges based on candidate’s experience, location and internal & external equity. 

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The Project Manager manages individual, multi-disciplined projects of up to $50,000,000, providing professional project planning support and management for assigned projects; manages daily responsibility for all activities executed under the project plans; and assists Senior Project Managers on large, complex projects. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Initiate and develop project needs assessment and project plans.
• Create and maintain design and construction team.
• Develop, and present for approval, an implementation project plan, budgets, and schedule.
• Collaborate with all stakeholders (development, brokerage, leasing, client, tenant, architect, engineer, consultants, general contractor) to execute project plans.
• Provide timely and accurate project management documentation and reporting, including but not limited to, project meeting minutes, budgets, value engineering, schedules, bid and award process, purchase orders, contracts, and change orders.
• Implement project according to schedule.
• Maintain schedule and budget updates; send out/present to clients and executives weekly.   
• Cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, consultants, clients, property owners, and property management team.
• Maintain working knowledge of all metrics as called for in the development, lease, project management, and third party property management agreements.
• Partner with development and leasing teams, project coordinators, project management executives, property management and accounting teams, and general contractors for the successful execution of all projects.
• Contribute through thoughtful and proactive execution of clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks; contribute to team performance through suggestions to improve systems, processes, and procedures.
• Participate in internal and external development programs and mentoring to grow into advanced roles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, or military equivalent, preferably with focus on Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, Real Estate, Finance, or Business Management and at least 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Real Estate Brokers license and PMP, LEED, WELL Fitwell accreditations preferred
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite, including Power Point and Project required; Procore Construction Software preferred
• Practical understanding of local building codes, permitting, and inspection process
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting while taking direction from multiple project leaders and carrying out tasks with little direction
• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external leasing teams and Project Coordinators/Managers, general contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants including the ability to give direction
• Strong, clear, effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret development, commercial lease, architect and engineer consulting, and general contractor agreements as well as construction documentation
• Proven track record of delivering excellent internal and external customer service
• Ability to work after hours, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations as necessary to meet the needs of the client
• Ability to read and write English in order to understand manuals and procedures, and to write reports

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time, including walking unfinished construction project sites and on uneven surfaces; manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, phone, and other office equipment; eyesight that allows for reading a computer screen, phone screen, reports, etc.; hearing that allows for hearing/understanding spoken words; lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs.; tolerant of loud noises, airborne dust, chemicals, fumes, and inclement weather.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.