Architectural Application Engineer

Architectural Application Engineer, U.S. CAD, Inc.

 

U.S. CAD is a leading provider of software, services and support to the architectural design community. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Architectural Industry Technical Specialist to work in our San Diego Office. Someone who has a passion for architecture, software, teamwork and working face-to-face with customers; to demonstrate the Autodesk architectural software solutions; to represent U.S. CAD with the utmost professionalism; and to provide top notch implementation, consulting, training, and support services to our growing customer base in the Southern California metropolitan area.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Presents products as solutions, presenting the advantages and benefits for advancing the practice of architecture.

• Develops and implements detailed customer installation and implementation plans (i.e. Statements of Work) that optimize a customer's use of software to support architectural processes.

• Plays a key role in further developing current accounts by identifying complete solutions to meet additional unrealized customer needs i.e. Collaboration Tools, Building Performance Analysis Tools for optimizing design, Implementing Green Practices, Leveraging "LEED" Certification, Cost Estimating, Specifications, etc.

• Coordinates & Collaborates with Autodesk, Inc. (one of the most progressive developers of architectural applications servicing the building industry) for introducing and advancing emerging and leading edge architectural practices.

• Provides competitive analysis of Autodesk products vs. competitive products throughout the sales cycle.

• Partners with sales team to gain and share in-depth product and customer knowledge in order to increase Autodesk product sales.

• Provides technical product assistance to both inside and outside sales representatives ensuring technical closure.

• Develops and conducts professional product presentations and demonstrations in both small and large forums to generate sales and meet U.S. CAD and Autodesk revenue objectives.

• Customizes company-standard technical demonstrations to specifically address customer needs. In conjunction with sales team activities, may be required to proactively follow up with customer technical lead to provide additional information or answer specific technical questions.

• Relays information back to Sales Management regarding new product enhancements, prioritizations, etc. based on input from customers.

• Supports the success of customers by delivering technical product implementation, consulting, training, and support services.

• Provides technical presentations at trade shows and events.

• Other duties and responsibilities may be required to effectively support the needs of U.S. CAD, Autodesk and our customers.

 

Requirements: 

• Experience with AutoCAD Architecture (formerly Architectural Desktop) and/or Revit Architecture (formerly Revit Building). 

• Experience within the architectural industry.

• Establish a high level of confidence in the technical support/training with major accounts, while maintaining their exposure and equal commitment to small and medium sized accounts.

• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively communicate solutions/benefits of technology and services to our clients.

• Teaching, consulting or technical sales experience is a major plus.

• Assist the Sales Department with various presales activities.

• Willingness to travel as required.

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a production design environment.

• Technical Drafting degree or applicable experience.

• Architectural degree is a major plus.

 

We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical (fully paid for employee) and 401K.  If you want to be a key member of our dynamic team and make a difference in the architectural industry, then send your resume to tonya.hinnenkamp@uscad.com .

 

U.S. CAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All resumes are held in strict confidence.  For more information about U.S. CAD, visit our website at www.uscad.com.