Job Description

Purvis Industries is a leading distributor of bearing, mechanical power transmission, electrical, fluid power, industrial products, and conveyor systems. We are actively seeking a sales-focused product and application expert to lead our electrical and automation efforts. Purvis is more than just a distributor – we have engineering, service, and contractor resources in-house that give our team the capabilities they need to take care of the customer with a single call. We have a great team and provide our team members with challenging and fun opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. Our customer base includes such diverse industries as oil and gas, aggregate, cement, food and beverage, mining, and many more.

The electrical and automation sales engineer will work with our field sales personnel to grow our sales in electric components and control systems for new and existing customers. They will accomplish this through direct sales calls throughout the assigned Purvis geographical area and via electronic means (Teams, phone, video chat). They will assist with new applications (sizing, specifying, and designing) and existing applications (troubleshooting, repair, or replacement). Additionally, they will support our internal engineering design teams to assist in designing and applying electrical and automation.

The day-to-day work of the Application Sales Engineer involves meeting with customers and/or team members, providing technical advice and assistance on product selection and sizing, creating proposals or assisting in proposals with suppliers and team members, providing training to customers and team members, and assisting with product-specific marketing such as eCommerce.

As an Application Sales Engineer, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Directly participate in sales efforts to close orders
Coordinate electrical and automation systems with various Branches and Regional Managers
Identify target accounts and prospects
Work with the marketing team to produce marketing materials and events promoting unit and package handling.
Provide marketing suggestions for social media posts and other digital content
Utilize AutoCAD, Solidworks, and manufacturer-provided software
Provide advanced-level technical application support via phone, video conference, or in person
Stay current on new products and technologies and educate Customers and Purvis Team Members about these new developments
Determine final disposition of warranty claims and work with suppliers to resolve difficult cases
Produce and present technical training for Customers and Purvis Team Members about electrical and automation products.

Other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of electrical/automation principles and creative problem solving
Strong customer service and communication skills
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Ability to read and understand technical drawings
Proficiencies: Computer Drafting Software (SolidWorks or AutoCAD), Microsoft Office, Teams
Good driving record

Education & Experience