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Ziegler Energy Solutions, a Ziegler company, is seeking a Sales Engineer to lead technical sales for commercial, industrial, and utility scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across Illinois. We develop advanced BESS solutions and complementary technologies including large UPS systems, solar PV, and EV charging infrastructure.
In this role, you will serve as the technical sales lead for the state, supporting both turnkey project development and equipment only engagements. You will also help identify early opportunities across our broader distributed energy portfolio. This position is open until filled.
Location: Remote (Must reside in Illinois due to regional travel and customer engagement requirements)

Responsibilities

• Lead technical sales for C&I and utilityscale BESS projects.
• Develop scopes, preliminary engineering, and conceptual designs.
• Engage early with customers, consultants, utilities, and EPCs to influence the basis of design, using bid specifications, utility requirements, and project documentation to guide system architecture.
• Conduct site assessments, feasibility reviews, and DER introductions.
• Interpret RFPs, bid specifications, utility interconnection requirements, and engineering drawings.
• Prepare proposals, layouts, singleline diagrams, and technical narratives.
• Collaborate with development, engineering, project management, and electrical sub-contractors.

Required Qualifications

• 3-7+ years in technical sales within BESS, UPS, microgrids, or power systems
• Ability to interpret RFPs, bid specifications, technical drawings, and utility requirements
• Strong understanding of BESS components (PCS/inverters, BMS/EMS, safety systems, balanceofplant)
• Familiarity with large criticalpower systems
• Excellent communication and customerfacing skills
• Must reside in Illinois; willingness to travel up to 70% within the state
• Must have and maintain a clean driving record to meet company insurability standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field.
• Experience in both turnkey development and equipmentonly strategies.
• Familiarity with solar PV, EV charging, and multiple DER systems.
• Working knowledge of UL 9540/9540A, NFPA 855, NEC, IEEE 1547.
• Ability to support basic financial modeling (IRR, NPV, LCOS).

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Minimum Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing.
• Working Conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be moderate at times.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.  Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.

SEE YOURSELF AT ZIEGLER

Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today!

The total compensation (base plus incentive) for this position is

$90,700.00 to $136,000.00

Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, and education. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1

• 9 paid holidays

• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match

• HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP

• Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave

• Fitness membership discount

• Education Assistance

At Ziegler Inc. we're committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.