Pre Sales Engineer Job Duties

A pre-sales engineer typically has a wide range of responsibilities, which can include:

• Collecting customer requirements and identifying potential problems that may arise with the product or service
• Identifying potential clients for the company’s products or services, then contacting them to determine interest in a purchase
• Coordinating with design teams to ensure that designs meet customer needs and can be manufactured cost effectively
• Providing information about products or services to potential clients, including demonstrations of new products or services
• Consulting with customers to determine their needs and preferences to help them select the right products or services for their needs
• Coordinating with marketing teams to develop marketing campaigns for new products or services
• Preparing proposals for new projects and negotiating prices with clients or other parties involved in the project
• Creating detailed plans for the project timeline, expense estimates, and project specifications, such as materials needed and crew requirements
• Conducting tests to determine if products meet quality standards or if they are likely to produce the desired results in consumers

Education: Most employers require pre-sales engineers to have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information technology or a related field.