KG Technologies, Inc., located in the heart of the wine country in Sonoma County, California, is a supplier of custom switching and measurement products to the following markets:

Utility Power Management
Building Energy Management
Renewable Energy and Energy Storage
EV and EV Charging

Our employees are the key to our business. We provide high quality services to our customers 24/7.

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August 2022

Sr. Applications Engineer

SUMMARY

The senior applications engineer is responsible for the support of the company’s engineering team in engaging with our customers on a technical level and pr0posing technical solutions that meets the customer needs. The solutions would vary from standard products to fully customized newly designed solutions.

The application engineer’s day to day activities is focused on taking development projects from the definition phase right through to production, focusing on all technical aspects of the project.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED)

Maintain expert level of product knowledge and application.
Provide design and specification development support to customers.
Responsible for the design and integration of KG products into custom designs suitable to the customers’ requirements.
Responsible for the recommendation of standard KG products based on the customer’s requirements.
Mechanical design using ProEngineer.
Responsible for all technical aspects of KG development projects as per the KG engineering process
Project managing the technical development ensuring on time delivery.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities.
Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback.
Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.
Change Management - Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Makes self available to staff.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Conserves organizational resources.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Upholds organizational values.
Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
Quality - Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Completes work in timely manner.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Sr. Application Engineer will directly supervise some of the engineering team members.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Master’s or bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or equivalent in Engineering.
Seven to ten years mechanical design experience.
Electrical/Electronic knowledge
Commitment to excellence and high standards
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Ability to manage priorities and workflow

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

Acute attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects
Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
Creative, flexible, and innovative team player

Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.

Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 5 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires 5 to 10% travel per year.

The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.

June 2022

Sales Assistant

Position Location: UK Click Here or Spain Click Here

KG Technologies is looking for an enthusiast, analytic and very detail-oriented person, someone who can join and support our enthusiastic and multi-cultural European team. A person who wants to learn new experiences, can help to expand our market share by engaging with existing accounts and prospects, and has a strong interest of growing within the company.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

This role consists of ~50% sales admin tasks and 50% supporting business development activities:

Supporting the sales team on business development outreach, phone, email.
Work closely with the sales team and the distributor network.
Perform basic admin duties including processing orders, phone and CRM system.
Responsible for the CRM system, entering new customers' information and preparing quotations, handling new purchase orders, sample requests, etc.
Prepare, maintain, and archive Purchase Contracts, Distributor Agreements, quotations, supporting docs, and all documents related.
Check data accuracy in orders and invoices.
Contact clients and distributors to obtain missing information or answer queries.
Registration and monitoring of European sales activity.
Provide support to customers or distributors requesting information.
Send and follow up on customers'/distributors' payments.
Managing incoming requests from potential customers, identifying territory, and then redirecting them to the correct salesperson within the team.
Assist with procedure documents and training booklets.
Support improvement plans.
Stay up-to-date with new products and features.
Assist and participate in events, including tradeshows and company activities.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Previous sales working experience is preferred, no prior experience will ONLY be considered on highly motivated candidates.
High-level written and verbal communication skills in English is a must. French, Spanish or German language is a plus.
The candidate must be comfortable telephoning customers & prospects.
Hands-on experience with CRM software and MS Office (MS Excel working knowledge required).
Understanding of sales performance metrics.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
A team player with high level of dedication.
Ability to work under strict deadlines.
Support and assist the Sales Managers and Management.
Able to adapt to an evolving and hard-working environment.
Ability to work independently and proactively.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
True team player to support where necessary.
Detail-oriented.
Fast learner.
University degree.