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Lead Industrial Sales Engineer
Lead Industrial Sales EngineerSPX Technologies • Brentwood, MO, US
Lead Industrial Sales Engineer

Lead Industrial Sales Engineer

SPX Technologies • Brentwood, MO, US
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What you can expect in this role (Job responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be :

  • Team Leadership and Sales Management
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a sales team of 7–9 sales engineers, including coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Develop and implement strategic sales plans aligned with corporate objectives.
  • Set territory assignments, sales targets, and performance goals for the team.
  • Monitor sales performance metrics and provide actionable feedback to drive team success.
  • Promote disciplined use of CRM systems and sales process best practices.
  • Customer Engagement and Direct Sales (30%)
  • Maintain relationships with key accounts, including engineers, architects, and other technical personnel in commercial and industrial sectors.
  • Collaborate with inside and outside sales representatives on pricing, technical proposals, and presentations.
  • Assist with high-value opportunities, negotiations, and closing complex deals.
  • Provide technical solutions to satisfy customer needs while supporting corporate objectives.
  • Represent SPX at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings to expand networks and business opportunities.
  • Technical Guidance and Expertise
  • Review blueprints, plans, specifications, and other customer documentation to develop accurate quotes and proposals.
  • Provide technical support relating to the operation, use, and maintenance of equipment.
  • Advise sales representatives on technical solutions and application of SPX products.
  • Act as liaison between sales, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and production to ensure customer requirements are met.
  • Stay current on product developments and recommend enhancements to meet market needs.
  • Report competitive and market insights to management.

Required Experience

  • 5+ years of industrial sales experience, preferably in electric heat or thermal / fluid management systems.
  • Proven experience leading and developing a sales team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems.
  • Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Strong technical knowledge of industrial process systems, thermal / fluid management, and electrical circuits.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, technical specifications, and schematics.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and inspire a team.
  • Results-oriented mindset with a proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.
  • Analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Collaborative, self-directed, and motivated leader.
  • Education & Certifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Sales, or Marketing.
  • Travel & Working Environment

  • Hybrid office environment – 2 days on-site
  • Up to 20% travel
  • Our Culture and Benefits

    Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

    Why you should join us

    We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include :

  • Generous holiday with ability to buy / exchange, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • Access to competitive insurance plans (including medical, dental and travel), cycle to work and free parking from your first day
  • Generous life assurance and employer contributions to company pension plan
  • Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
  • Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
  • Our commitment to embrace diversity

    We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

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