Sécheron SA

Sales Engineer

Sécheron SA  •  Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite)  •  29 days ago
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Job Description

Sécheron Hasler Group continues the Swiss tradition of over 140 years in the field of railway technology. We are a leading global supplier of electrical and electronic safety components and solutions and traction power systems for the railway industry and also provide solutions for renewable energy, DC grid, and other industrial systems. The name Sécheron Hasler Group is a worldwide synonym for Swiss Quality and represents a leading reference for state of the art products supplied to the market.

With more than 1’300 employees worldwide, we are wherever our customers are around the globe, supplying products approved in our customers’ countries or markets and deliver top-notch supply chain and customer services locally.

This Sales Engineer role is your opportunity to join a globally recognized manufacturer specializing in DC switchgear, power conversion systems, and traction power solutions for the rail industry.

This dynamic role is a blend of 70% technical estimating and 30% customer-facing sales, making it ideal for those who excel at both problem-solving and building relationships.

Main tasks:

  • Technical Estimating & Solutions Development Prepare technical estimates, quotations, and solutions for traction power substation and electrified rail applications.
  • Customer Collaboration Engage directly with clients to deliver tailored solutions and presentations while maintaining long-term relationships.
  • Product Expertise Provide support on DC and AC products, including:
      • DC switchgear, high-speed breakers, and panels
      • Rectifiers, power converters, and voltage limiting devices
      • Multi-function protection relays and custom electro-mechanical solutions
  • Sales Strategy Develop a strategic business plan to build a robust pipeline, identify opportunities, and achieve annual sales goals.
  • Financial Analysis Model financial business cases to ensure profitability and competitiveness.
  • Competitive Intelligence Lead responses for RFPs/RFIs and stay informed on market trends.
  • Representation & Networking Attend trade associations, conferences, and client events to represent the company and educate stakeholders on product advancements.

Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred; Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical experience will also be considered.
    • Sales Engineer, Project Manager, or technical sales background with custom electro-mechanical solutions.
    • Prior experience in power distribution, switchgear manufacturing, or similar roles (3+ years preferred)
    • Familiarity with DC and AC power systems (Low Voltage and Medium Voltage).
    • Strong communication and presentation abilities.
    • Excellent Excel and MS Office Suite (Office 365) proficiency.
    • Self-motivated, team-oriented, and adaptable in complex technical environments.
    • Ability to analyze technical requirements and create clear, accurate solutions.
    • Comfortable working in a collaborative, international team setting.

Benefits

We have flat hierarchies and encourage direct communication between departments and levels of management. This enables us to make decisions quickly.

We give our employees total responsibility for their job tasks. All employees are encouraged to take initiative and contribute to the company’s operational excellence and have ample opportunities to achieve their personal and career growth objectives.

Sécheron SA

About Sécheron SA

Sécheron SA is focused on railway industry, and industrial segments manufacturing high power electric equipment. We design, manufacture, test and deliver products and solutions covering the following scope

Electrical Safety Solutions

Sécheron SA offers an extensive range of products, solutions and services dedicated to the switching and protection of high voltage traction and auxiliary equipment installed on railway and mass transit vehicles. Our ranges of DC and AC circuit breakers, contactors and disconnecting switches, as well as master controllers and wheel flange lubricators, are used on locomotives, conventional and high-speed trains, EMU's, metros, light rail vehicles, tramways and trolley buses.

Traction Power Systems

Sécheron SA offers a complete range of components, solutions, systems and services for DC Traction Substations powering and protecting mass transit and railway networks. With more than 60 years experience in this activity, Sécheron has developed a unique expertise making our equipment to be used in most of the major cities worldwide operating metros and light rails networks, as well as in countries equipped with DC railway lines. Starting from the delivery of individual components such as DC circuit-breakers, disconnect switches or protection and control devices, Sécheron supplies up to the complete DC substation, including transformer-rectifier groups, DC switchgear, regenerative inverter/energy storage systems and other panels. Supported by a strong and expertise project management and engineering team, we also offer a complete range of services to guarantee the quality and performances of the project and equipment.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Satigny - Geneva, CH
Year Founded
Unknown
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