Presales Engineer

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department Overview

The Sales Engineering Group is the technical center of the Sales Organization. Our engineers bring to life the innovative communications solutions that make a difference in the moments that matter. As the solutions architect owner, the Sales Engineering Groups have the technology and design responsibility for all sales support engagements nationwide.

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Job Description

The Presales Engineer will manage presales opportunities and implementation of the identified complex projects. This comprises all stages of the projects, starting from scope definition until final close of the project, involved in the entire Network Integration process. The incumbent is responsible for the management of all aspects of technical solution, Customer requirements and expectations within the projects.

The Presales Engineer is the architect and owner of solution design. This includes development, design, evaluation, and modification of system solutions and architecture to meet customer requirements. This includes but not limited to:

• Radio Coverage design and analysis

• Equipment list generation

• Description of system design, including diagrams

• Calculation of power and networking requirements

• Participation in proposal reviews and contract negotiations

• Coordinate with the various functional teams (Systems Integration, Service, Sales, Product Groups) to ensure all business unit goals are addressed in our proposals and win-strategies.

• Development of the implementation approach and service plan necessary to win the project

• Meet/exceeding customer requirements and provide value alternatives when requirements cannot be met

• Drive all sole source & RFP (Request for Proposal) projects to completion managing the schedules of each project team member (engineering, proposal specialist, sales, and service)

Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Science is Preferred. Desired emphasis in Electrical, Wireless, Computer, Network Engineering or Computer Science

• Seeking 2+ years of experience in sales engineering, solutions architecture

• Strong general knowledge of wireless communications fundamentals and voice/data architectures - both public and private (e.g. APCO P25, LTE, 802.11, 3G/4G) is highly desirable

• Strong general knowledge of IP networking architecture, protocols and security is highly desirable

• Knowledge of RF coverage predictions, traffic/capacity modeling, and related toolsets is an asset

• Strong written and oral communications skills with the ability to present complex topics to technical and non-technical audiences

• Travel: 25-40% (domestic only)

**Preferred candidates will live in Texas**

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience in sales, engineering or public safety OR 4+ years of experience in sales, engineering, or public safety.

Travel Requirements

25-50%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

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