Field Engineer

Engineer smarter solutions. Strengthen every project.

The role of Field Engineer provides technical support and drives the sales of specified products to salesforce and customers (buying and non-buying) consistent with Hilti's strategy. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, educating the design communities concerning proper use and advantages of Hilti fastening and protection products while capitalizing on Hilti competencies to secure commitments for specification or approval of Hilti Products. This position protects company from liability exposure through use of sound engineering judgment while providing leadership and coaching to new and less experienced team members.

The selected candidate will provide coverage to the GTA the selected candidate can reside within any of these local cities.

What You'll do

Provide technical support as requested. This may include the following:

• Face to face, telephone, and electronic communication with territory salesperson, strategic business personnel, sales managers, contractors, designers, specifiers, or officials of codes and approvals
• Competent written communication with customers (buying and non-buying); such communication must be technically accurate, minimize Hilti's exposure, and demonstrate common sense problem solving capabilities
• Visit jobsites and company offices with or without salespeople or strategic business personnel to assess application problems, opportunities, and provide technical education and solutions
• Investigate product failures in the field and provide product management feedback on local issues as needed
• Investigate business opportunities in the field by participating in Customer Surveys as needed for product and market development
• Participate in local sales strategy development and at sales management review and improve sessions

Obtain specifications and approvals for use of Hilti products, concentrating on high potential designers, specifiers, and owner groups:

• Provide professional educational seminars and presentations for A/E firms to inform them of Hilti products, their performance characteristics, applications, and product limitations
• Provide competent recommendations to engineers, architects, and other designers on specific applications using sound engineering judgment; educate specifier on technical advantages of Hilti solutions not covered by test data
• Provide field testing to determine appropriate capabilities in situations not covered by test data
• Review project specifications or calculations for engineers and architects; provide feedback to designers regarding accuracy, suitability, and code compliance
• Utilizing software provided by Hilti, maintain accurate records of contacts and specifications; coordinate with salesforce to ensure that key opportunities are capitalized on
• Create and coordinate jobsite management within CRM system utilizing Hi Site; includes creation of specific jobsites, applications, and active participation in the monthly sales management meetings (with RM)
• Communicate application specifications with design community to sales team utilizing CRM system, assigning tasks and action items to applicable AMs for conversion of specification to sale
• Maintain and update regional fact-base and contacts of designers, influencers, and code officials

Work with local/regional code and approval agencies to obtain necessary approvals:

• Understand construction methods and local building codes, as they relate to Hilti products
• Provide input on technical approvals and reports related to Hilti's products
• Active in local organizations of the design and construction community, i.e. CSI, ASCE, Structural Engineer's Association

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Structural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering required; Master's degree (technical or business) preferred
• Knowledge of construction methods and practices preferred
• Two (2) years minimum experience in engineering/construction role preferred

What's In It for You

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skills sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate is for this particular job posting. Please be advised that a different location may result in a different range. At Hilti, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $90,000 - $99,000 with bonus at target of $16,900.

In addition to a competitive base salary and an exciting bonus potential, we offer a robust benefits package including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision effective the first day of the month following employment
• Team member Only coverage premiums paid by Hilti
• Basic Life, Accident and Disability (AD&D) insurance paid by Hilti
• Business Travel Accident paid by Hilti
• Basic Dependent Life Insurance paid by Hilti
• Option Life, AD&D, and Critical Illness for team member and dependents
• Short-term Disability paid by Hilti
• Registered pension plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5%. Eligible to participate after 12 months of continuous service with immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off policy and holidays including two days to give back to your local community
• Paid parental leave, sabbaticals, military leave
• Up to five days per year of back-up daycare
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid wellness screenings
• Opportunities for growth – shift careers, support your professional development, or get assigned to any of the 120+ countries in which we operate

Why Hilti

Hilti is a global leader in construction innovation, with more than 34,000 team members across 120 countries. Guided by our purpose, Making Construction Better, we're driven to keep learning, growing, and finding new ways to make a lasting impact. Here, you'll be empowered to use your strengths, work with a global and inclusive team, and take on meaningful challenges. At Hilti, you'll have the chance to make your ideas, achievements, and growth real through purpose, passion, and teamwork.

Commitment to Inclusion

At Hilti, inclusion is a key focus in how we work, lead, and grow together. We are committed to embracing diversity of thought and creating an environment that is inclusive of everyone, everywhere. We continuously strive to ensure every voice is valued and every team member feels empowered to contribute. By building on this foundation, we strengthen our teams, our innovation, and our impact, making construction better together.

Legal Notice

Hilti, Inc is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.