At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 90 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.
Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.
You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!
Job Description
Peterson Cat Power Systems has the immediate need for an experienced Sales Engineer based at our Hillsboro, OR location. When not traveling for customer support, persons in this position will work On Site at our Hillsboro, OR location.
Reporting to General Manager responsible for Amazon (“AWS”) or the Mission Critical Team ("MCT") account management team, the Sales Engineer provides support for the AWS or MCT account by facilitating product development that meets customer and site requirements. The sales engineer will work directly with Cat and other manufacturers to integrate their product and technology into our product portfolio. This position is required to travel to customer installations to audit our product solution to confirm it is meeting or exceeding the customer’s requirements and facilitate product improvement. Provide technical support and recommendations to the assigned Sales Representative to Amazon or the Mission Critical Team.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Review technical aspects of project bid documents to assure requirement are met and offer solutions to assure compliance.
- Review project requirements and propose value added solutions when applicable.
- In coordination sales representatives and estimators draft Customer Solution Quoter (CSQ) configuration to establish project cost on complex projects.
- Work with AWS or MCT support team, communicate with engineers, contractors, and end user customers to answer application and installation questions.
- Meet with AWS or MCT site construction teams on continuous product improvement processes.
- Work with Caterpillar factory and other vendors to gather required information for quoting purposes.
- Work in concert with Project Managers or the MCT on assigned projects.
- Travel to customer sites and manufacturers. Up to 50% travel expected.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
- Occasional attendance at factory witness testing of equipment.
- Customer meeting attendance with sales and/or project manager teams
- Information research
- Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
- Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
- Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers/ coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure.
- Respectfully takes direction from supervisor/ manager.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely and in alignment with Peterson’s core values. The requirements listed below 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.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science Degree from a fully accredited college in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or other closely related field; and a minimum of three years of directly related experience in power generation or construction industry; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
Peterson Power Systems, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field
- At least three years of directly related experience in the power generation or construction industry
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to communicate effectively, present, persuade, negotiate, and work collaboratively
- Successful completion of a drug screen and background check
What We Do
Peterson Cat is part of Caterpillar's worldwide dealer network serving 100,000+ square miles of Northern California, Oregon, and southwest Washington. As one of the largest dealers in North America our 42 stores positioned throughout our territory provide convenient access to Caterpillar parts, equipment, service, rentals or just for answers to your questions Serving the construction, forestry, agriculture, governmental, and trucking industries, we’re ready to support your business with Caterpillar equipment, parts, repairs, rentals, and more. From Skid Steer Loaders, Multi-Terrain Loaders, and Backhoe Loaders to Forest Machines, Track-Type Tractors, and Hydraulic Excavators. We have the right Caterpillar machines for your job. We have extensive parts and service departments, each tailored to serve you and your specific needs. Everything from field service to complete hydraulic re-build in our shop to ordering parts online, Peterson will be there to help. Here's where we can help: -Commodities -Custom fabrication -Field service -Finance and credit -Hydraulics -Oil analysis -Parts and parts delivery -Powertrain -Technical Service -Used parts -Undercarriage service -Warranty
