Product Development Engineer -
Project Development Engineer - Geotechnical & Infrastructure Solutions
Location: Pittsburgh Metro Area
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Regional travel required (approx. 50%)
Compensation:
- Base Salary: $95,000-$105,000
- First year average OTE: $170,000
- Top Performers Earn: $200,000-$250,000
- Ramp-Up Support: 6-month commission guarantee
About the Role
We're hiring a Project Development Engineer (PDE) to join a high-performing team focused on geohazard mitigation and infrastructure stabilization. This role blends technical engineering expertise with strategic business development, offering a unique opportunity to lead project scoping, client engagement, and solution design across a variety of challenging environments.
You'll be responsible for identifying and pursuing prospective projects, building relationships with key stakeholders, and delivering tailored design/build solutions for complex geotechnical challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute account plans to meet sales targets and growth objectives.
- Identify new business opportunities and expand the client base.
- Conduct site visits and collaborate with field teams to assess project needs.
- Lead client meetings, negotiations, and proposal development.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure project feasibility and profitability.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities.
- Provide accurate sales forecasts and performance reports.
- Resolve client issues and maintain long-term relationships.
Qualifications
Minimum:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in B2B consultative sales or technical project development.
Preferred:
- Experience in geotechnical, structural, or infrastructure-related industries.
- Strong commercial acumen and deal-making skills.
- Familiarity with CRM tools (Salesforce, Zendesk, B2W).
- Ability to manage cross-functional teams without direct authority.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
- Willingness to travel and conduct field assessments in rugged terrain.
- Based in or willing to spend significant time in the Pittsburgh Metro area.
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