Proconex is the exclusive Emerson Impact Partner for Emerson Automation Solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region. We provide a full portfolio of Process Automation Control Systems, Valves and Control Devices, and related technologies and services to a range of customers—in the Life Sciences, Chemical, Power, Refining, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Paper, Metals, and other industries, as well as commercial enterprises and campus facilities. With three strategically located offices, Proconex maintains a deep dedication to its 200+ employees, a sharp focus on safety and quality, and the drive to deliver.
Are you eager to start a rewarding career in technical sales? We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Inside Sales Engineer - Recent Graduate to join our team in the Process Control industry. No prior sales experience is required - just a strong technical foundation, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn sales skills! You will receive training to develop your sales expertise while supporting customers in selecting the right solutions for their needs.
The Inside Sales Engineer - Recent Graduate will be responsible for managing existing accounts and providing technical support to customers.
Responsibilities
- Learn about our products, industry applications, and technical solutions.
- Assist customers with product inquiries, providing basic technical guidance and recommendations.
- Prepare and manage quotes for mechanical equipment, ensuring timely delivery & follow-up.
- Support the sales team with quoting, order processing, and customer follow-ups.
- Build strong relationships with customers through phone, email, and virtual meetings.
- Collaborate with technical and engineering teams to understand product specifications.
- Participate in ongoing sales and technical training to enhance your skills.
- Utilize advanced ERP system to perform order entry, acknowledgement, status checking and expediting.
- Manage and grow existing accounts by developing strong relationships with customers and understanding their needs.
- Provide technical support to customers by answering questions and providing solutions to their problems.
- Work closely with the operations team to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop sales collateral and promotional materials.
Qualifications
- Recent Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Physics or equivalent experience
- Eager to learn sales skills.
- Desire to learn more about industrial or manufacturing process equipment.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong interest in sales and customer engagement.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
If you have a passion for customer focus and are interested in learning more about our process control business, we want to hear from you!
We are proud to be an employee-owned organization. Through our ESOP, every team member shares in the growth and success of the company, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and long-term rewards. Proconex offers a standout culture, fantastic work environment, and has very competitive benefits to include premium medical, 401K match, tuition reimbursement, and other unique incentives.
When receiving e-mails from a Proconex or Valspec recruiter, you will only receive e-mails from addresses ending in @proconexdirect.com, @proconex.net or @valspec.net. Any other domains are impersonations and should be ignored. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time. Any third-party unsolicited resume submission(s) will immediately become the property of Proconex. Proconex will not pay any fee to a submitting employment agency, person, or entity unless a signed agreement is established.
Proconex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. We are committed to providing a professional environment free of any discrimination or harassment, and we are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace.