Sales Engineer

Turboden America LLC is looking for a Business Development Representative to join our team. This position is primarily based in our Houston, TX office, with the flexibility to work remotely up to 50% of the time.

ABOUT TURBODEN AMERICA LLC

Since 1980, Turboden has been a global leader in power generation, leveraging its proprietary Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) technology and industrial heat pumps to deliver efficient, reliable energy solutions. Part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, the company has installed more than 1 GW of capacity across over 50 countries.

Turboden is a key supplier to Fervo Energy's multi-gigawatt project pipeline and a strong advocate for scaling next-generation geothermal and waste heat-to-power applications. Its advanced turbine systems are particularly well suited to support the rapidly growing data center industry, where hundreds of megawatts of fast-track projects are emerging.

Through Turboden America LLC, the company provides U.S. developers with dedicated local expertise, end-to-end project execution, and long-term service support.

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SCOPE

We are looking for a motivated engineering professional, passionate about energy generation and decarbonization, to support the Director of Next-Generation Geothermal Projects in a broad range of commercial and business development activities. The role offers exposure to key Next-Generation geothermal players (EGS), Oil and Gas companies and power utilities, and involves contributing to business development, market and competitor analysis, key account support, and the preparation of technical and commercial proposals.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 (four) years of professional experience in sales and business development within companies that manufacture equipment for, or provide consulting services to, the electrical power generation industry.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of the Director of Next-Generation Geothermal Projects and in coordination with the relevant HQ departments, the incumbent will:

Support business development activities in the geothermal sector, including pipeline monitoring and identification of new opportunities. Contribute to market and competitor analysis, collecting and organizing information on key players and technologies. Assist in the management of key accounts and maintain regular communication with clients and stakeholders. Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, coordinating input from internal teams (engineering, sales, proposal). Participate in sales activities and customer interactions, including meetings, calls, and site visits. Assist in the development of partnerships and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders (partners, consultants, industry associations). Support general operational tasks, including documentation, reporting, and data entry in company systems.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in Energy, Mechanical or Electrical engineering (preferred background in power generation systems). Experience: 4 years of relevant professional experience preferably in one or more of the following: Sales/business development in companies manufacturing equipment for power generation; Experience in utilities or consultancy with focus in power generation. Solid foundation in thermodynamics and energy production systems. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Professional-level English communication skills. Based in Houston, TX (are preferred). Strong communication skills with ability to synthesize complex information into clear, concise business documents. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects independently and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines. Self-starter mentality with intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn. Public speaking and negotiation skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Travel: Up to 15% domestic for client meetings, geothermal events, and site visits; Up to 10% international for training, geothermal events. Standard Monday–Friday work week; occasional weekend or early morning work (for updates with Italian HQ) as needed.

Why Should You Apply?

Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your eligible dependents Retirement Plan: Participation in the Company's 401(k) plan Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for eligible educational programs to encourage continuous learning and professional development Paid Holidays: 15 company-paid holidays per year Flexible Work Arrangements: hybrid work options, flexible hours

Turboden is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.