System Sales Engineer

We are expanding our team and looking for a System Sales Engineer to grow our automation systems and software business across Sweden. In this role, you will identify and develop capital investment opportunities, manage complex sales cycles, and collaborate with Nordic and European teams to strengthen our position in the region. You will work with customers across the process industry, with a particular focus on the chemical, refining, metals and mining, energy, and defence sectors. If you are motivated by developing customer relationships and turning complex requirements into successful automation solutions, we encourage you to apply. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Implement and continuously refine the local sales strategy, using Emerson’s systems, software, services, and automation portfolio.
• Identify, qualify, develop, and close capital project opportunities while owning the annual order budget and achieving the assigned sales targets.
• Manage complex sales cycles from initial prospecting through proposal development, contract negotiation, award, and handover to the project execution team.
• Build and coordinate cross-functional pursuit teams, working with proposal specialists, application engineers, project managers, services, and subject-matter experts.
• Develop existing accounts, establish relationships with key decision-makers, and translate customer requirements into competitive technical and commercial solutions.

Maintain accurate forecasts and CRM information, monitor market and competitor developments, and represent Emerson at customer meetings and relevant industry events. - Who You Are: You are an experienced sales engineer with a background in the process industries and proven success in complex technical sales and project pursuits. You anticipate customer needs and set objectives that align with broader organizational goals. Developing customer relationships comes naturally to you, and you collaborate effectively with cross-functional pursuit teams. For This Role, You Will Need:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, automation, or a related technical discipline.
• A minimum of five years of experience in process industries, complex technical sales, or project pursuits.
• Proven experience managing complex sales opportunities from initial prospecting through negotiation and closure.
• Strong communication, presentation, networking, and relationship-management skills.
• Professional proficiency in Swedish and English.

Willingness to travel within Sweden, approximately 25% - 50% of the time. - Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Technical sales experience involving process automation systems, industrial software, or related services.
• An established professional network and customer relationships within relevant Swedish process-industry sectors.
• Experience managing large capital projects involving multiple technical, commercial, and procurement stakeholders.
• Strong strategic and analytical capabilities, combined with a disciplined approach to forecasting and CRM management.
• Experience collaborating across functions, countries, and business units within an international matrix organization.

Familiarity with the chemical, refining, energy, metals and mining, or defence industries. - Our Culture & Commitment to You: At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together, are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Programs, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time-off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave. WHY EMERSON Our Commitment to Our People At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration. We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor. At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together. Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com . ABOUT EMERSON Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety. We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go! No calls or agencies please.