Switchgear Sales Engineer
Qualdoc, Virginia State University, VA, United States
Job Title: Switchgear Sales Engineer
Location: Marietta, Ohio (Onsite | Limited Travel Required)
Job Type: Contract to Hire
Note: Candidates must be based in Ohio and have direct experience working with switchgear.
Overview Join a fast‑paced manufacturing environment supporting mission‑critical electrical infrastructure, particularly within high‑demand sectors like data centers. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical expertise with commercial awareness and enjoys working across engineering, sales, and operations.
Role Summary The Switchgear Sales Engineer will develop technical solutions and customer proposals for low‑voltage switchgear and related power distribution systems. This includes preparing layout drawings, reviewing electrical diagrams, selecting components, and supporting the quotation process with accuracy and speed.
This position is customer‑facing and requires strong communication skills, responsiveness, and the ability to collaborate with multiple internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
Review project specifications, one‑line diagrams, and supporting documentation
Create switchgear layouts and elevation drawings for proposals and submittals
Support and manage quotation activities in a timely manner
Size and specify electrical components, including breakers and control systems
Prepare detailed cost estimates and commercial proposals
Partner with engineering teams to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable
Participate in customer discussions to clarify scope and resolve technical questions
Contribute to value engineering initiatives to balance cost and performance
Maintain a high level of responsiveness in a deadline‑driven environment
Travel occasionally for customer meetings or project‑related discussions
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or comparable hands‑on experience
3-8+ years of experience with low‑voltage switchgear, power systems, or electrical distribution equipment
Strong ability to interpret one‑line diagrams and electrical schematics
Experience specifying breakers and related components (e.g., ABB, Schneider, Eaton, Siemens)
Familiarity with UL standards and data center applications is a plus
Experience with AutoCAD or similar design platforms
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to balance technical accuracy with commercial considerations
What Success Looks Like
Timely and accurate delivery of quotations
Strong alignment between proposed solutions and manufacturing capabilities
High level of customer confidence in technical recommendations
Clear and consistent communication across teams
Ownership mindset with the ability to move quickly without sacrificing quality
What You’ll Find Here
Collaborative, hands‑on manufacturing environment
Exposure to rapidly growing infrastructure demand
Team‑oriented culture with high standards and mutual respect
Opportunity to contribute directly to business growth and innovation
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Job Type: Contract to Hire
Note: Candidates must be based in Ohio and have direct experience working with switchgear.
Overview Join a fast‑paced manufacturing environment supporting mission‑critical electrical infrastructure, particularly within high‑demand sectors like data centers. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical expertise with commercial awareness and enjoys working across engineering, sales, and operations.
Role Summary The Switchgear Sales Engineer will develop technical solutions and customer proposals for low‑voltage switchgear and related power distribution systems. This includes preparing layout drawings, reviewing electrical diagrams, selecting components, and supporting the quotation process with accuracy and speed.
This position is customer‑facing and requires strong communication skills, responsiveness, and the ability to collaborate with multiple internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
Review project specifications, one‑line diagrams, and supporting documentation
Create switchgear layouts and elevation drawings for proposals and submittals
Support and manage quotation activities in a timely manner
Size and specify electrical components, including breakers and control systems
Prepare detailed cost estimates and commercial proposals
Partner with engineering teams to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable
Participate in customer discussions to clarify scope and resolve technical questions
Contribute to value engineering initiatives to balance cost and performance
Maintain a high level of responsiveness in a deadline‑driven environment
Travel occasionally for customer meetings or project‑related discussions
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or comparable hands‑on experience
3-8+ years of experience with low‑voltage switchgear, power systems, or electrical distribution equipment
Strong ability to interpret one‑line diagrams and electrical schematics
Experience specifying breakers and related components (e.g., ABB, Schneider, Eaton, Siemens)
Familiarity with UL standards and data center applications is a plus
Experience with AutoCAD or similar design platforms
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to balance technical accuracy with commercial considerations
What Success Looks Like
Timely and accurate delivery of quotations
Strong alignment between proposed solutions and manufacturing capabilities
High level of customer confidence in technical recommendations
Clear and consistent communication across teams
Ownership mindset with the ability to move quickly without sacrificing quality
What You’ll Find Here
Collaborative, hands‑on manufacturing environment
Exposure to rapidly growing infrastructure demand
Team‑oriented culture with high standards and mutual respect
Opportunity to contribute directly to business growth and innovation
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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