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As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.\nJob Summary\nThe Sales Engineer is responsible for driving growth, expanding market share, and developing new business for Gemlock grooved fire protection products throughout the Northeast region. This role combines technical expertise with strategic sales execution, working closely with engineers, contractors, distributors, and end users to promote Gemlock solutions and ensure successful adoption in fire protection applications.\nMajor Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities\nBusiness Development & Market Growth\nExpand market share and achieve sales targets for the Gemlock product line within the assigned territory.\nIdentify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities with owners, engineering firms, contractors, and other key stakeholders.\nPromote the full Gemlock Grooved Product Catalog and drive product acceptance and specification across the region.\nTechnical Sales & Product Promotion\nPresent Gemlock solutions to engineering offices, design consultants, and contractors to influence specifications and project designs.\nConduct technical seminars, product demonstrations, and training sessions to ensure proper understanding and usage of Gemlock products.\nProvide technical support and guidance throughout the design, selection, and installation phases.\nTerritory Management & Reporting\nMaintain a structured weekly reporting process, including activity updates, market intelligence, competitive insights, and progress.\nDevelop and execute territory sales plans aligned with company goals.\nCoordinate with internal sales colleagues to ensure consistent messaging and strategic alignment across the region.\nDistributor & Contractor Engagement\nBuild strong relationships with local Gemlock distributors, ensuring they have current product information, pricing, and sales tools.\nSupport distributors with joint sales calls, training, and project pursuit strategies.\nVisit job sites to monitor installation practices, provide field training when needed, and ensure proper product application.\nQuality & Customer Support\nAssist in collaboration with Brecco’s Engineering Department.\nProvide feedback from the field to support continuous product improvement and customer satisfaction.\nQualifications\nRequired\nEngineering degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Fire Protection, or related field preferred).\nStrong technical aptitude and familiarity with piping systems, fire protection products, or mechanical components.\nExcellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.\nAbility to travel extensively (up to 75% of the time) across the Northeast region.\nProfessional, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.\nResidence within the Northeast region.\nPreferred\nExperience in fire protection, mechanical piping, or construction industries.\nKnowledge of grooved piping systems, fire codes, and industry standards (NFPA, UL/FM).\nPrior experience working with engineering firms, contractors, or distribution networks.\nAdditional Information\nWhat Success Looks Like\nIncreased specification and acceptance of Gemlock products across engineering firms and major contractors.\nStrong distributor engagement and improved product pull-through.\nConsistent achievement of sales targets and territory growth.\nHigh customer satisfaction through technical expertise and responsive support.\nCore & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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