Who we are

At Johnson Controls, we’re shaping the future to create a world that’s safe, comfortable and sustainable. Our global team creates innovative, integrated solutions to make cities more connected, buildings more intelligent and vehicles more efficient. We are passionate about improving the way the world lives, works and plays. The future requires bold ideas, an entrepreneurial mind-set and collaboration across boundaries. You need a career focused on tomorrow. Tomorrow needs you.

In the Fire and Security Sales department, we are looking for a Solution Development Engineer.

What you will do

The Solution Development Engineer is a member of the sales support team for the division Fire and Security and reports to the Solution Development Manager. In this role you work closely with the sales- and operations team to develop the solid proposals and present the best possible maintenance and service solution to the customer.  You will work within a dynamic environment where high quality and innovative solutions are the standard.

You will manage the pre-sales-engineering process from the customer’s requirements translating it to a commercial offer which contains the best service solution for the Client. You will mostly be involved in calculating large and complex preventive and corrective maintenance proposals for Fire and Security installations.

The position is located in Rotterdam.

How you will do it

In this role you have the ability to work out the best solution for the client technically and commercially based on the installed installations. You will be in charge of your own process and are expected to collect all needed information within the deadlines. Responsibilities of your role include, but are not limited to:

• Using the estimation tools & procedures
• Management of data from previous calculations
• Evaluation of the risks which could impact prices
• You manage /validate prices of subcontractors to incorporate in your calculation
• Cooperation with sales- and operations team to understand the customer’s requirements
• Updating price databases for materials / hourly rates etc.

What we look for

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an equivalent degree.
• Experience in a similar role within a technology driven environment
• Highly preferable: experience with Fire Detection & Security Systems knowledge
• Conceptual and pragmatic thinker
• Self-starter and able to lead the process
• Communicating effectively
• Proactive attitude
• Language knowledge: Dutch and English
• Is familiar with MS-Word, MS-Excel

What we offer

Good Work Life balance with the possibility to work from home several days a week. We allow you to excel in your role and have a true impact in our business. You will be working on challenging and divers projects involving an innovative technology. Also, we offer a broad spectrum of development opportunities within our global organization. Our terms and conditions are market competitive.

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