Technical Sales Support Engineer–A.L.P. Lighting Components

Technical Sales Support Engineer-Dickson, TN

The Technical Sales Support Engineer will support the A.L.P. Lighting Components Optical Business Unit and Sales team to increase sales and total margin through a combination of internal support and external sales calls.  This will involve accompanying the sales team on prospect/customer visits, providing high-level technical expertise, building and giving demonstrations, understanding the competitive landscape and providing technical guidance during all phases of customer interaction.  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

•The Technical Sales Support Engineer must have the technical knowledge and ability to understand injection molding, mold design, lighting and optical design and its capabilities.  This ability and knowledge can be demonstrated by an engineering degree or by experience in the industry adequate to prove understanding of the process.
•The ideal candidate will possess, at a minimum, a two-year engineering or technical degree. 
•Advanced Geometry and Algebra.
•Ability to calculate part weights from 2D data.
•Basic computer skills required with a proficiency in Microsoft Office, AS400 experience a plus.
•Good communication skills, self-motivated and well organized.
•Ability to work in team environment.
•Approximately 30-35% travel will be required in this role, including overnight travel.  

Compensation is competitive and a generous benefits package includes Health, Dental, and Life insurance as well as 401k and Tuition Reimbursement for all full-time employees. Employees enjoy a team atmosphere, opportunity for advancement, and a learning culture that includes ongoing in-house training.

About A.L.P. Lighting Components:
A.L.P. Lighting Components, Inc., is a leading global manufacturer of lighting components, offering a diverse line of products for lighting OEMs and the aftermarket. Founded in 1972, A.L.P. has grown from a modest, Chicago area-based operation, to an international powerhouse, with nearly 500 employees and eight world-class manufacturing and distribution operations strategically located throughout the U.S., Europe, Latin America and South America. 

About Dickson, TN:  
Dickson is a small Tennessee town that retains a comfortable, hometown feel, yet is part of the greater Nashville Metropolitan area. With its gentle rolling hills, diverse employment base, thriving retail growth, schools ranked among the best in the state, excellent healthcare facilities and vibrant arts and recreation facilities, Dickson County is a great place to live, work and play. Easy interstate access and close proximity to Nashville means Dickson County is the ideal place for laid-back rural lifestyles yet just a 30-minute drive can put you in the heart of Music City USA. Dickson County is home to one of the largest state parks in Tennessee, The Renaissance Center, an extensive parks system and a variety of annual festivals.
Contact: [email protected].  Phone:  (615) 441-6252; Fax: (615) 446-3022 

Details:  https://www.alplighting.com/careers.php

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