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NORTHWESTERN ENERGY Business Development Sales Engineer or A in BILLINGS, Montana
Business Development Sales Engineer or Analyst
Location negotiable within Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Helena and Missoula
ANALYST QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
- Bachelor's Degree in business administration, economics, finance, marketing or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
- Strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of NESC and NEC
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
- Relevant experience may include business strategy, market research, financial analysis, statistics and communication
- Valid Drivers License and satisfactory driving record
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to travel to jobsites, off-site meetings and trainings (up to 15% travel per year) including overnight stays when necessary
- Ability to pass an employment physical, a drug test and a background check
- Master's Degree in business administration, analytics, economics or related field is a plus
- Experience in business development or electric utility preferred
- Knowledge in project management principles and fundamentals desired
ENGINEER QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- Ability to demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
- Strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of NESC and NEC
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks and demands
- Valid Drivers License and satisfactory driving record
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to travel to jobsites, off-site meetings, and trainings (up to 15% travel per year) including overnight stays when necessary
- Ability to pass an employment physical, a drug test and a background check
- P.E or ability to obtain P.E. a plus
- Experience in electric distribution or transmission engineering, modeling and construction preferred
- Experience with PLS-CADD, PSSE, CAPE, GIS systems and survey techniques desired
- Knowledge in Project Management principles and fundamentals desired
DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Conduct research and analysis to identify market trends, customer needs and competitive landscape
- Analyze data, performance metrics and financial reports to inform strategic decisions and identify opportunities for growth
- Assist in developing strategies by evaluating market conditions, competition and customer behavior; provide recommendations on pricing, product offerings and target markets based on their analysis
- Generate reports and dashboards to track performance and forecast trends and measure the effectiveness of initiatives
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness of initiatives
- Provide insights into customer behavior and preferences to identify strategic product/utility offerings
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners and vendors
- Negotiate and influence stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes in deals and partnerships
- Prepare presentations and present to management and/or customers
- Coordinate projects between stakeholders from other affected departments
- Understand NorthWestern energy electrical design standards
- Ensure that cost estimates meet company standards and current tariffs
- Maintain compliance with all related standards including industry and regulatory
- Perform computer related functions such as drawing, spreadsheets and database compilations
- Provide project oversite
- Respond to customer growth/expansion request, including site visits
- Adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
- Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
ENGINEER DUTIES WILL ALSO INCLUDE:
- Address technical challenges or issues that arise during the process or implementation phase
- Work on complex opportunities where technical specifications, compliance and integration with existing systems are crucial; may be involved in the installation and implementation phases to ensure that the customer's needs are met
- Work closely with customers to understand their technical requirements and demonstrate how the company's products or services meet those needs; this involves creating customized solutions, providing technical support and sometimes even assisting in the design of systems that fit the customer's specifications
- Combine engineering knowledge with sales skills; should understand the utility company's products or services in-depth, such as power generation equipment, transmission systems or software solutions
Full-time position.
Analyst pay is $54,000 - $121,800 annually, depending on experience. Engineer (must have engineering degree) pay is $72,200 - $135,200 annually, depending on experience. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Programs; Life Insurance; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.
Open until filled.