Technical Sales Manager
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Engineering
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Technical Sales Manager
The Technical Sales Manager is responsible for driving sales growth across North America for current and voltage transformers and sensors used in high-, medium-, and low-voltage electrical equipment. This role requires a strong technical foundation in electrical engineering, deep understanding of instrument transformers, and the ability to engage customers as a technical subject‑matter expert rather than a transactional salesperson. The Technical Sales Manager will work closely with private manufacturers of electrical equipment as well as utility and energy producers/distributors.
Key Responsibilities- Manage the full sales cycle for instrument transformers and related sensing products across high-, medium-, and low-voltage applications.
- Interpret technical specifications and provide accurate, engineering-based responses to RFPs/RFQs, ensuring alignment with customer requirements.
- Lead technical discussions with customers, providing guidance on product selection, installation considerations, and performance expectations.
- Develop quotations and proposals based on detailed technical understanding rather than template-based processes.
- Drive projects through completion by coordinating with engineering, operations, and customers to ensure proper specification, delivery, and support.
- Identify new business opportunities and build relationships with two primary customer segments:
- Private manufacturing companies manufacturing related electrical equipment.
- Energy and utility organizations involved in the production, distribution, and monitoring of electrical power.
- Travel extensively (approximately 60% domestic travel) to customer sites, industry events, and internal meetings.
- Maintain strong awareness of U.S. electrical production and distribution systems, market trends, and customer challenges.
- Support internal technical education, helping elevate the sales organization’s understanding of specifications, applications, and engineering principles.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required;
Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering strongly preferred. - Early-career hands‑on engineering experience in power generation, transformers, instrument transformers, or high‑/medium‑/low‑voltage equipment.
- Demonstrated transition from engineering into a technical sales or related applications engineering or field service sales role.
- Deep understanding of electrical power generation, transmission, and distribution networks within the United States.
- Strong technical comprehension skills with the ability to read, interpret, and respond to complex technical specifications.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 60% domestically.
- Experience selling or supporting instrument transformers, current and voltage sensing products, or related components.
- Established relationships within OEM electrical equipment manufacturers or U.S. utility companies.
This position is eligible for base salary and incentive compensation between $150k - $180k, dependent on experience. Full benefits including Health, 401K, Fringe, etc benefits are available to FT employees.
Seniority LevelEntry level
Employment TypeFull-time
IndustriesStaffing and Recruiting
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