Now Hiring - IT Solutions Design/Sales Engineer in Lombard, IL

**LOCAL CHICAGOLAND CANDIDATES ONLY - THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION**

Aqueity is looking for a skilled IT Solutions Design/Sales Engineer to join our growing team! The Pre-Sales Engineer will work onsite in our Lombard, IL, office and is a market-facing position that works collaboratively with the VP of Business Development to realize revenue. This is a business development position with responsibility for developing solutions and closing deals for IT Projects, Professional Services and Cyber security initiatives.

This is an ideal role for a technologist who wants a mix of state-of-the-art technology, client interaction and solving business problems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· As leads are generated by others (Sales, Client Engagement), collaborate with the pursuit team to architect solutions that help customers achieve their objectives

· Through analysis, identify the nature of the business problem and identify improvement opportunities

· Regularly interface with prospects as part of discovery

· Work with subject-matter experts (internal to Aqueity and product partners) as needed

· Collaborate with Aqueity’s professional services team (the organization that will deliver the work) to align implementation – before, during and after the project

· Prepare statements of work, including major work activities, estimation of effort and specification of product(s)

· Active in the “technical close” ensuring that the solution presented fits the requirements (technical, functional, and budget) while making compelling argument for client to move forward

· Develop long term roadmaps for clients including phasing out improvements aligned with client budget and timeline

· Support the proposal process by creating supporting materials (sales collateral, RFP/RFI, etc.) and delivering in person presentations

· Help ensure smooth handoffs from sales to services and back to the client upon completion.

· Attend weekly sales and account planning meetings

· Responsible for developing solutions, quotes and orders

REQUIREMENTS – EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

· Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

· Minimum 4-6 years of experience in a pre-sales engineering or similar role

· Successful candidates will have worked for a managed services provider or IT consulting organization

· Knowledgeable in leading technologies (Microsoft stack, Cloud, Mobile, Security and Resiliency solutions)

· Strong organizational, presentation, and client service skills

· Constant learner who stays on top of industry trends

· Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal direction

· A passion for continual improvement, with keen attention to detail

· Driven, with a sense of urgency to get things done in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to articulate the business value for technology investments

· Demonstrated level of success in the development of client relationships

· High energy and drive with good negotiation skills

· Experienced in preparing high quality written communications and materials

· Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly

Salary Range: $100-125k

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lombard, IL 60148: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• technical pre-sales engineering or similar: 4 years (Required)
• IT MSP or consulting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location