Entry Level Performance Engineer Jobs in Buffalo, NY

GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.
We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.
GTI Values: Safety I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I Agility
Role Overview
The Business Development Administrator serves as the administrative engine of the Business Development department, providing essential reporting, data management, and operational support to facilitate departmental growth. Reporting directly to the Director of Business Development, this individual will manage the "behind-the-scenes" logistics that allow the team to scale effectively. This is an entry-level, high-impact role designed for a motivated professional looking to master the foundations of business operations with a clear path toward future leadership opportunities.
Key Responsibilities

• Data & Reporting: Manage internal reporting and data analysis within Salesforce and Monday.com to track upcoming projects and departmental performance.
• Operational Support: Facilitate the creation of audit forms, questionnaires, surveys, and quoting documentation to streamline the business development lifecycle.
• Interdepartmental Liaison: Act as a primary point of contact for the engineering department regarding project-specific reporting and data requests.
• Information Management: Translate raw data from various sources-such as post-conference notes or internal audits-into organized, actionable spreadsheets and presentations.
• Sales Administration: Execute "plug and play" data entry and administrative tasks to maintain CRM integrity and ensure seamless information flow across the team.

Qualifications
This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional.

• Technical Aptitude: Proficiency or the ability to quickly achieve mastery in Salesforce, Monday.com, Microsoft Excel, and other reporting dashboards.
• Competency & Drive: Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time-consuming tasks efficiently, and remain "ready to work" in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Strong organizational and written communication skills to effectively consume & report data in professional, easy-to-interpret formats.
• Growth Mindset: High level of coachability with the ambition to grow into a more senior role within the first year.

Perks & Benefits
GTI Energy offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
• Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.
$65,000 - $80,000 a year
GTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.
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