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SKF Group · 2 days ago

Regional Technical Specialist

Blue Bell, PA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$111K/yr - $125K/yr

10+ years exp

SKF Group is an industry-leading manufacturer focused on reducing friction and promoting sustainability. They are seeking a Regional Technical Specialist to provide hands-on technical support and industry knowledge to customers, primarily in the Oil & Gas, and heavy industries.

IndustrialIndustrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical EngineeringSoftware

Responsibilities

Create and maintain SKF brand loyalty for products and services by leveraging support activities and relationships at key end-users and Authorized Distributors

Foster and development relationships with end-users and Authorized Distributors

Provide product installation assistance and application troubleshooting

Have a thorough knowledge of customer manufacturing processes and production equipment allowing for consultative support

Develop and deliver internal and external training to maintenance personnel as well as supporting local Technical Seminars

Support sales by mapping the use of bearings and seals in critical equipment at specific end-user locations

Work with local Technical Sales Managers (TSMs) to develop a sales strategy and support tactical growth initiatives and core business retention

Introduce new product launches to end user base

On-site failure analysis/inspections

Supporting projects that create Cost Savings for key end users/distributors

Support SKF Authorized Distributor partners with technical support/joint calls

Provide bearing and sealing recommendations as part of the application review process

Support the SKF full line of products and services(SKF, CR, PEER, Kaydon, Cooper, Reman)

Approximately 75% travel is required while primarilly supporting Louisiana, Asrkansas, as well as the Southeast Region of the United States

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringApplication EngineeringProcess Industry KnowledgeCondition MonitoringTechnical SalesProactive ImprovementCRM SkillsTime ManagementCommunication Skills

Required

BS Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Engineering degree is highly preferred

10+ years of experience in application engineering, technical project work, or maintenance engineering

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability

High level of process industry knowledge & experience

Ability to manage time, resources, and budgets to meet organizational goals

Basic PC software and CRM (Customer Relation Management) skills

Proven track record of proactive and continuous improvement within area of responsibility

Demonstrated ability to think strategically

Condition monitoring and Maintenance strategy knowledge/experience

Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers to capitalize on sales opportunities

The candidate will be working from a home office but will potentially spend up to 75% of their time at customer locations involving service contracts

Benefits

Generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays

Flexible work options available, depending on role

Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment

Company paid life insurance, STD, LTD

Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management

401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution