Technical Inside Sales Engineer

Summary
Performs all aspects of Application Engineering work to support the submittal of client proposals.  Works directly with customers, vendors and Dearing sales, engineering and manufacturing personnel.    The Applications Engineer will participate in sizing, estimating and generating proposals for natural gas compressor packages and related components for the oil and gas industry, primarily the domestic shale gas markets.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Process sales inquiries from potential customers. Read and review customer specifications and commercial documents. Size major equipment including compressor, engine, and vessels, using various software and spreadsheets. Solicit and review quotes from internal and external vendors per customer specifications and industry standard. Create technical proposals and accurate pricing spreadsheets for customers. Revise proposals per customer request or update as project changes affect the requirements. Conduct and / or attend customer pre-sale and kickoff meetings. Provide support to the engineering team and supply chain throughout the design and fabrication process.  Provide support to aftermarket team as needed. Provide assistance to account representatives including answering technical questions, project updates, quote updates, and sizing inquiries. Attend industry meetings and tradeshows. Education and/or Experience
A Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or other STEM related fields or preferred 5-10 years equivalent job experience.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of welding, fabrication and assembly in a job shop environment is beneficial.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical - Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information. Attention to Detail Ability to work efficiently within a team environment with varying skill and management levels and also possess the responsibility to work as an individual to achieve goals. Ability to work on multiple projects within a time period. Dearing's benefits program includes: Competitive salary Medical and Dental insurance HSA matching Short- and Long-Term Disability Life Insurance 9 paid holidays  Paid Time Off 401K retirement plan 401(k) matching