
Pre-Sales Application Engineer - SolidWorks 2D
Dassault Systèmes · Waltham, MA
- On site
- Full-time
- $148,000 / year
- Waltham, MA
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Job highlights
- Support sales with product demos and pitches.
- Develop deep CAD/PLM/CAE portfolio knowledge.
- Lead pre-sales activities and client interactions.
- Create technical demonstrations and client-facing content.
- Collaborate with cross-functional and post-sales teams.
About the role
Role Description & Responsibilities
DASSAULT SYSTEMES, the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, provides businesses and people with virtual universes to imagine sustainable innovations. Serving over 250,000 clients in 11 industries, from high-tech to life sciences, fashion to transportation, we help businesses and people around the world to create sustainable innovations for today and tomorrow.
Our DraftSight team is looking for a Pre-Sales Application Engineer. The preferred location for this position is Waltham, MA, but is flexible.
The DraftSight Pre-Sales Application Engineer will support sales teams by being ready to pitch, demo, and promote adoption of our DraftSight desktop and cloud platform solutions in any medium. Leveraging your expertise in technical sales and technical marketing, you will be able to develop a deep knowledge of a vast CAD/PLM/CAE portfolio in order to help our clients imagine new products for a more sustainable world.
- Apply your immense product and industry expertise, creativity, and professional skills to support Sales and Marketing campaigns that are critical to the success of the DraftSight business in North America
- Participate in or lead pre-sales activities including but not limited to qualification, discovery, solution engineering, solution, demonstration and collaborating with post-sales services teams
- Balance multiple assignments simultaneously while working with multiple cross-functional teams.
- Create and deliver client-facing technical demonstrations, demo videos, demo datasets, webinars, conference presentations, best practices, and live streams
- Support the NAM Sales team by pitching, demoing and promoting the adoption of DraftSight
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Biomedical) or Architecture/Construction highly preferred
- 8-10 years’ experience in technical sales or technical marketing in the software industry
- Technical Experience with 2D CAD is a MUST. One of the following will be additionally beneficial: AutoCAD, 3D CAD, PDM, PLM software solutions and portfolios
- Experience in pre-sales activities and collaborating with post-sales
- Exceptional live and virtual presentation skills
- Effective Communication Skills (Written & Verbal)
- Analytical and Strategic Thinking Skills
- Time Management/Organizational Skills
- Cultural Knowledge and Sensitivity
- Ability to travel up to 15%
Inclusion statement
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at 3DS are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. 3DS is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and above), disability, veteran status, military service, application for military service, genetic information, receipt of free medical care, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. 3DS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state laws and local ordinances. We are committed to fair employment practices and will evaluate all candidates based on their qualifications, regardless of past arrest or conviction history.
Compensation & Benefits
Dassault Systèmes offers an excellent salary with potential for bonus, commensurate with experience. Benefits include a choice of plans providing comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, vision care for employee & dependents as well as employee life, short & long term disability, tuition reimbursement, immediate 401K enrollment, 401K match (50 cents on the dollar, up to the first 8% of your eligible compensation that you contribute based on match eligibility criteria), flexible time off policy, and 10 paid holidays.
Salary Pay Transparency
Compensation for the role will be commensurate with experience. The total expected compensation range will be between $107,000 and $148,000, representing the base salary (or annualized salary based on estimated hourly compensation) and target bonus.
Key skills/competency
- Pre-Sales Application Engineer
- SolidWorks
- 2D CAD
- Technical Sales
- Technical Marketing
- CAD/PLM/CAE
- Dassault Systèmes
- Software Industry
- Client Demonstrations
- Sales Support
Skills & topics
- Pre-Sales
- Application Engineer
- SolidWorks
- 2D CAD
- Technical Sales
- Technical Marketing
- CAD
- PLM
- CAE
- Dassault Systèmes
- Software
- Engineering
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 2D CAD experience and technical sales/marketing skills for the Pre-Sales Application Engineer role.
- Showcase presentation skills: Emphasize experience in delivering client-facing technical demonstrations and webinars.
- Demonstrate industry knowledge: Detail your understanding of CAD/PLM/CAE software and your Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with 2D CAD and other relevant software.
- Understand Dassault Systèmes: Research their 3DEXPERIENCE platform and commitment to sustainable innovation.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key qualifications for the Pre-Sales Application Engineer role at Dassault Systèmes?
- The key qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture, 8-10 years of experience in technical sales or marketing within the software industry, and essential technical experience with 2D CAD. Experience with AutoCAD, 3D CAD, PDM, or PLM software, along with prior pre-sales activity involvement, is highly beneficial for this Pre-Sales Application Engineer position.
- What is the expected compensation for the Pre-Sales Application Engineer at Dassault Systèmes?
- The total expected compensation for the Pre-Sales Application Engineer role at Dassault Systèmes ranges between $107,000 and $148,000, which includes base salary and target bonus, commensurate with experience.
- Is travel required for the Pre-Sales Application Engineer position at Dassault Systèmes?
- Yes, the Pre-Sales Application Engineer role requires the ability to travel up to 15% to support sales teams and client engagements.
- What is the primary focus of the Pre-Sales Application Engineer role at Dassault Systèmes?
- The primary focus is to support sales teams by pitching, demonstrating, and promoting adoption of DraftSight desktop and cloud solutions, leveraging technical sales and marketing expertise to help clients imagine sustainable innovations.
- What kind of technical demonstrations will a Pre-Sales Application Engineer create at Dassault Systèmes?
- A Pre-Sales Application Engineer will create and deliver client-facing technical demonstrations, demo videos, demo datasets, webinars, conference presentations, and best practices related to DraftSight solutions.
- Does Dassault Systèmes offer benefits for the Pre-Sales Application Engineer role?
- Yes, Dassault Systèmes offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision care, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, immediate 401K enrollment with a match, and a flexible time off policy.
