Job Type : Exempt
Duration of role : Permanent
Reporting to : Director of Sales Engineering
Location : Remote (Or Columbia, MD)
About Us
Tate Americas is a key business within Kingspan Data Solutions and is at the forefront of delivering integrated solutions to the rapidly expanding data centre market. We combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing and operational excellence to deliver complex, mission-critical projects for some of the world’s largest technology companies.
With significant investment and ambitious growth plans, Tate is evolving beyond traditional manufacturing to become a fully integrated solutions provider, offering customers a seamless delivery model from design and manufacturing through installation, commissioning and final handover.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Sales Engineer to support the sales process and deliver engineered solutions aligned with customer requirements. The role collaborates with customers and internal teams to develop proposals, specifications, and product recommendations. This position drives revenue growth, supports customer satisfaction, and ensures successful delivery solutions.
What You’ll Do
Technical Sales & Solution Development
• Engage customers to gather technical requirements, specifications, and project constraints.
• Develop engineered solutions that meet structural, access and manufacturing requirements.
• Prepare technical proposals, submittals, and supporting documentation for customer review.
• Support bid responses ensuring compliance with project specifications and requirements.
• Provide technical expertise during presentations, meetings, and customer engagements.
• Collaborate within cross functional teams including Electrical, Air Handling Units, and Liquid Cooling Manifolds to build out our modular engineered solutions.
• Design fabricated steel frames using bolted, welded, riveted, and screwed connections in collaboration with structural engineers to suit dimensional and loading requirements
Customer Support & Project Coordination
• Serve as primary technical contact throughout the pre-sales and proposal process.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure solution feasibility.
• Support project handoff ensuring alignment between sales, engineering, and production teams.
• Respond to technical inquiries and resolve customer challenges in a timely manner.
• Build strong relationships with customers to support long-term business growth.
• Provide post-sale technical support to ensure product performance and satisfaction.
Product Development & Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities to expand product offerings and increase customer value.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and contractual obligations.
• Provide feedback on customer needs, market trends, and competitive positioning.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to improve offerings based on customer insights.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sales processes and tools.
• Maintain documentation on lessons learned and difficulties to allow for future improvements
Additional Expectations
• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.
What You’ll Bring
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field required.
• 3 - 7 years of experience in technical sales, engineering, or related roles required.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and product application solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Experience developing technical proposals and supporting customer-facing engagements.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop customized technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with customer-facing experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize competing demands effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems is preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, construction, or data center environments preferred.
What You’ll Get
• Pay range: $90000 USD to $120000 USD. This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus
• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy; we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additional mentorship for the future.
• Culture: We have a great team of culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social skills. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.
Stay connected with us on LinkedIn for insights into life at Tate. Join us in our mission to make a difference through exceptional solutions.
Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of post-offer requirements, including a background check and drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.
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