Sales Engineer
- $175,000 to $205,000 Yearly
- Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
- Full-Time
South San Francisco Compensation Range: $175,000-205,000
Position Description:
The Sales Engineer will collaborate closely with our interdisciplinary teams to showcase the innovative solutions Stafl Systems offers. This involves understanding customers' core challenges, navigating their technical and business needs, developing and delivering customized presentations, steering the evaluation process towards successful technical solutions, and ensuring long-term customer success and satisfaction. This role is a hybrid position, with the expectation of being in the office for the first 30 days to get to know the team, our products, and our processes.
A Day in a Life:
- Craft and deliver sales presentations & demonstrations that show how Stafl Systems can uniquely address a customer's needs and deliver cutting edge technical value.
- Gather technical requirements and validate technical fit, ensuring a smooth handoff to implementation teams and setting up customers for success
- Assist with coordinating proposal preparation between departments, stakeholders, vendor and customer contacts.
- Provide technical advice and support to customers regarding battery specifications, performance, and integration. Help customers understand the advantages and applications of different battery technologies.
- Gather customer feedback and work with product development teams to enhance product offerings.
- Work closely with business development, engineering groups, and production teams to ensure that customer commitments can be met.
- Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and prepare regular sales reports.
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to adjust sales strategies and capitalize on new business opportunities.
- Travel to client sites and attend trade shows as needed to demonstrate products, services, foster relationships, and stay informed about industry trends. Expect to travel approximately 30-50% of the time, varying by sales territory and business needs.
What You Bring:
- Minimum of 5 years of complex technical sales roles.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Proven experience in technical sales, ideally in the battery or related high-tech industry.
- Strong understanding of battery technology, including lithium-ion, solid-state, and other battery chemistries.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to translate complex technical information into clear and persuasive language for non-technical audiences.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events.
What Makes You Stand Out:
- Advanced degree in Engineering or Business Administration.
- Experience with CRM software and sales analytics tools.
- Experience in a Start-up environment
Our Benefits:
- Comprehensive Health Plan (Dental, Disability, Life, Vision, and Health); covering 99% of premiums.
- Competitive Compensation Package + Equity Award
- Company 401k saving program with employer matching up to 5%
- 3 Weeks Paid Time Off
- 12 Paid Company Holidays
- 2 Weeks Sick Leave
- 4 Weeks Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Budget for Professional Training and Development
- Team Building Weekly, Monthly, and Seasonal Events
Battery Technology Solutions for a Clean Energy Future
Stafl Systems is dedicated to advancing all applications of lithium-ion battery technology to achieve a clean energy future. Since 2010, our company has partnered with industry leaders to push the boundaries of innovation in such fields as electric vehicles, aviation, and consumer products. Our team has the proven engineering expertise to offer technical consulting, in-house prototype fabrication, circuit board and battery pack manufacturing, full-stack product development, and fleet management tools to solve the most complex challenges facing today's clean tech industry.
Stafl Systems Does Not Work with Outside Recruiters/Recruiting Agencies
Stafl Systems does not work with outside recruiters or recruiting agencies to fill positions. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply directly with Stafl Systems.
Non-Discrimination
Stafl Systems, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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