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Drive Industrial Innovation — Build Your Future with Bachelor Controls (BCI)

Sales Engineer, Memphis, Lenexa, Pay Range: $70,000-$100,000 annually, depending on experience. 

At BCI, we don’t just deliver control and systems integration solutions—we build careers, too. Since 1983, we’ve partnered with leading manufacturers in food and beverage, pet food, pharmaceuticals, plastics, specialty chemicals, and feed and grain, helping them innovate and thrive. Along the way, we’ve earned recognition as a Charter CSIA Certified Member, a Charter Rockwell Automation Solution Partner, and a Microsoft Certified Partner. 

With offices in Sabetha, Kansas, the Kansas City metro area, and Memphis, Tennessee, we’re proud to offer opportunities that combine stability with growth. Our team members play an important role in creating solutions that are user-friendly, reliable, and impactful—turning data into insights and helping customers succeed in industries that touch everyday life. 

When you join BCI, you’re joining a collaborative, inclusive workplace where your skills can grow, your ideas are valued, and your career can thrive. Our customers count on us, and we’ll count on you—because success at BCI is always a team effort. 

We’re proud to be part of Industria, a leading electrical provider serving mission critical, industrial, commercial, and government sectors. Backed by Industria’s end-to-end expertise—from strategy to maintenance—we deliver innovative, reliable solutions that help clients streamline operations, boost output, and power the systems that keep industries and communities moving forward. 

We’re looking for a dedicated, Sales Engineer, who is excited to contribute their skills, grow their career, and be part of a supportive, collaborative team. If you’re passionate about the electrical field and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply—whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career.

• Coordinate quoting and service activities in accordance with established company procedures and project management standards.
• Develop detailed and accurate proposals using internal technical resources and input from the Sales and Engineering teams.
• Maintain and monitor a log of all active requests for quotation, ensuring timely delivery and communication of any scheduling or resource conflicts.
• Prepare and include compliance documents for specifications received with RFQs, addressing exceptions and clarifications as needed.
• Utilize company quote tools to calculate labor and material costs for new projects and change orders.
• Ensure proposals are conceptually sound, clearly define deliverables, and align with company terms of payment and completion standards.
• Enter and maintain proposal data in the company QuoteLog system, tracking status and key project details.
• Review customer purchase orders for consistency with quoted terms and report any discrepancies to management.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of quoting tools, templates, and estimating processes.
• Participate in customer meetings, trade shows, and industry events as needed to support sales and relationship development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline required.
• Prior experience in estimating, sales, project coordination, or technical proposal development preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and clarity.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and AutoCAD; familiarity with VBA or Visual Basic is a plus.
• Basic understanding of industrial controls, automation systems, and related components.
• Demonstrated professionalism, punctuality, and strong work ethic.
• Team-oriented mindset with a focus on collaboration and customer service.
• Ability to identify process improvements and contribute to continuous enhancement efforts.
• Must hold a valid U.S. driver’s license
• Self-motivated with the ability to take ownership of tasks and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.