Business Development Sales Engineer or Analyst - Multiple Cities
Make Choteau Home, Billings Metropolitan Area, Montana, United States
Pay range
Engineer (must have engineering degree): $72,200 to $139,300 per year
Analyst: $55,600 to $125,400 per year
About this position The Engineer/Analyst will primarily be involved with all aspects of Business Development. This position will be responsible for identifying and perusing new business opportunities by building/ maintaining strategic relationships, conducting in-depth market analysis, and negotiating contracts.
We offer great benefits NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job
Conduct research and analysis to identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
Analyze data, performance metrics, and financial reports to inform strategic decisions and identify opportunities for growth.
Assist in developing strategies by evaluating market conditions, competition, and customer behavior. Then provide recommendations on pricing, product offerings, and target markets based on their analysis.
Generate reports and dashboards to track performance, forecast trends, and measure the effectiveness of initiatives. Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness of initiatives. Provide insights into customer behavior and preferences to identify strategic product/utility offerings.
Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and vendors.
Negotiate and influence stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes in deals and partnerships.
Prepare presentations and present to management and/or customers
Coordinate projects between stakeholders from other affected departments
Understand NorthWestern energy natural gas design standards
Ensure that cost estimates meet company standards and current tariffs
Maintain compliance with all related standards including industry and regulatory
Perform computer related functions such as drawing, spreadsheets, and database compilations
Perform individual lifts up to 25 lbs.
Provide project oversite
Respond to customer growth/expansion request, including site visits
Travel to jobsites, off-site meetings, and trainings (up to 15% travel per year) including overnight stays when necessary
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Engineering Position will also include the following duties
Address technical challenges or issues that arise during the process or implementation phase
Work on complex opportunities where technical specifications, compliance, and integration with existing systems are crucial. May be involved in the installation and implementation phases to ensure that the customer's needs are met
Work closely with customers to understand their technical requirements and demonstrate how the company's products or services meet those needs. This involves creating customized solutions, providing technical support, and sometimes even assisting in the design of systems that fit the customer's specifications
Combine engineering knowledge with sales skills. Should understand the utility company's products or services in-depth
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile for an analyst
An bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, finance, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
A master's or higher degree in business administration, analytics, economics or related field is a plus
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Experience in business development or electric utility preferred
Knowledge of natural gas design and operating standards, including 49 CFR 192
Knowledge in project management principles and fundamentals desired
Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
Relevant experience may include business strategy, market research, financial analysis, statistics, and communication.
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
P.E .or ability to obtain P.E. a plus
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Experience in natural gas distribution or transmission engineering, modeling and construction preferred
Experience with PLS-CADD, Winflow or NextGen pipeline modeling, and GIS systems and survey techniques desired
Knowledge of natural gas design and operating standards, including 49 CFR 192
Knowledge in Project Management principles and fundamentals desired
Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
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Analyst: $55,600 to $125,400 per year
About this position The Engineer/Analyst will primarily be involved with all aspects of Business Development. This position will be responsible for identifying and perusing new business opportunities by building/ maintaining strategic relationships, conducting in-depth market analysis, and negotiating contracts.
We offer great benefits NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job
Conduct research and analysis to identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
Analyze data, performance metrics, and financial reports to inform strategic decisions and identify opportunities for growth.
Assist in developing strategies by evaluating market conditions, competition, and customer behavior. Then provide recommendations on pricing, product offerings, and target markets based on their analysis.
Generate reports and dashboards to track performance, forecast trends, and measure the effectiveness of initiatives. Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness of initiatives. Provide insights into customer behavior and preferences to identify strategic product/utility offerings.
Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and vendors.
Negotiate and influence stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes in deals and partnerships.
Prepare presentations and present to management and/or customers
Coordinate projects between stakeholders from other affected departments
Understand NorthWestern energy natural gas design standards
Ensure that cost estimates meet company standards and current tariffs
Maintain compliance with all related standards including industry and regulatory
Perform computer related functions such as drawing, spreadsheets, and database compilations
Perform individual lifts up to 25 lbs.
Provide project oversite
Respond to customer growth/expansion request, including site visits
Travel to jobsites, off-site meetings, and trainings (up to 15% travel per year) including overnight stays when necessary
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Engineering Position will also include the following duties
Address technical challenges or issues that arise during the process or implementation phase
Work on complex opportunities where technical specifications, compliance, and integration with existing systems are crucial. May be involved in the installation and implementation phases to ensure that the customer's needs are met
Work closely with customers to understand their technical requirements and demonstrate how the company's products or services meet those needs. This involves creating customized solutions, providing technical support, and sometimes even assisting in the design of systems that fit the customer's specifications
Combine engineering knowledge with sales skills. Should understand the utility company's products or services in-depth
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile for an analyst
An bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, finance, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
A master's or higher degree in business administration, analytics, economics or related field is a plus
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Experience in business development or electric utility preferred
Knowledge of natural gas design and operating standards, including 49 CFR 192
Knowledge in project management principles and fundamentals desired
Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
Relevant experience may include business strategy, market research, financial analysis, statistics, and communication.
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile for an engineer
Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
P.E .or ability to obtain P.E. a plus
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Experience in natural gas distribution or transmission engineering, modeling and construction preferred
Experience with PLS-CADD, Winflow or NextGen pipeline modeling, and GIS systems and survey techniques desired
Knowledge of natural gas design and operating standards, including 49 CFR 192
Knowledge in Project Management principles and fundamentals desired
Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
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