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Washington Gas · 8 hours ago

WGL - Sr. Sales Engineer

Springfield, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$94K/yr - $136K/yr

Washington Gas is a North American energy infrastructure company focused on providing affordable energy to customers. The Sr. Sales Engineer will lead complex projects, manage designs and budgets, and coordinate activities while ensuring compliance with engineering processes.

Oil and Gas

Responsibilities

Interpret and apply jurisdictional codes and regulations to assess their impact on natural gas infrastructure and project feasibility

Collaborate with builders, developers, and engineering teams to minimize the physical footprint of natural gas installations while ensuring compliance and efficiency

Identify, analyze, and resolve technical challenges related to natural gas systems, including safety, performance, and regulatory compliance

Evaluate engineering designs for feasibility, environmental impact, and alignment with company standards and customer needs

Prepare cost estimates and technical analyses to support project planning, sales proposals, and marketing initiatives

Conduct market research to identify emerging opportunities and support strategic sales growth

Develop and implement new technologies and marketing tools to promote the benefits and applications of natural gas solutions

Prepare preliminary engineering designs and assist in evaluating alternative energy solutions in support of the company’s Marketing Plan

Generate technical reports detailing appliance costs, energy usage, emissions, and operating costs to support sales, sustainability, and rate case development

Conduct field site surveys and provide technical support during the design and installation of internal natural gas piping systems

Deliver training programs to internal sales teams on gas-fired equipment, energy analysis, and market trends

Support the development of marketing tools and coordinate pilot projects for new technologies

Address and resolve code-related issues involving IFGC, IMC, IBC, DOT, WSSC, and other local regulatory agencies

Maintain accurate and detailed client profiles and project data within the company’s CRM system

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in engineeringEIT certificationEnergy engineering principlesMicrosoft Office SuiteAutoCADAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Civil, Mechanical or Chemical preferred)

EIT certification (FE exam passed) preferred; PE license is a plus

Working knowledge of local building, mechanical, and fuel gas codes

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software preferred

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate multiple scenarios and implement effective solutions

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Proven ability to negotiate and resolve business issues with internal and external stakeholders

Advanced understanding of energy engineering principles, including flow, heat transfer, and combustion

Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively across departments

Preferred

EIT certification (FE exam passed) preferred; PE license is a plus

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software preferred

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Incentive bonus plans

Holiday pay

401K matching

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Company

Washington Gas

Washington Gas Light Company is a regulated natural gas utility providing safe, reliable natural gas service to more than 1.3 million customers throughout Washington, D.C., and parts of Maryland and Virginia.

Founded in 1848