Description
**Job Family:** Buildings
**Req ID:** 513667
**Position Location:** This role is remote.
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.
**Transform the everyday with us!**
As the **Vertical Sales Executive – Higher Education (Building Automation)** , you are responsible for driving growth of Siemens’ building automation, digital controls, and energy solutions across campus environments where sustainability, comfort, and operational efficiency are strategic priorities. You combine **Higher Education operational knowledge** with **automation and digital expertise** to help institutions modernize infrastructure, meet sustainability goals, and improve campus‑wide performance. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team focused on delivering smart campus transformation.
**As the Vertical Sales Executive – Higher Education (Building Automation), you will:**
+ Build and maintain a strong pipeline of automation and digital opportunities within Higher Education accounts
+ Develop and execute strategic account plans for assigned colleges and universities, with emphasis on modernization, deferred maintenance, capital programs, and sustainability priorities
+ Lead consultative discovery with facilities, energy, sustainability, finance, procurement, and executive campus stakeholders focused on energy efficiency, sustainability, and lifecycle optimization
+ Position Siemens automation solutions to support smart campus initiatives and operational excellence
+ Act as a trusted advisor to facilities, energy, and executive campus stakeholders
+ Expand digital monitoring, analytics, and energy services across multi‑building portfolios
+ Collaborate closely with operations and delivery teams to ensure successful execution
+ Utilize AI enabled tools to refine sales strategies and improve success rates
+ Represent Siemens at Higher Education customer events, conferences, and industry associations where appropriate
**You will make an impact with these qualifications:**
_Basic Qualifications_
+ 8+ years of experience selling building automation, controls, or digital building solutions
+ Proven success selling complex technical solutions across multi‑building environments
+ Strong financial acumen and ability to sell value-based solutions and present business cases to senior campus leaders
+ Experience leading technical presentations and discovery workshops
+ Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens’ fleet vehicle program
+ Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
+ Ability to travel 50%
_Preferred Qualifications:_
+ Experience selling directly to colleges, universities, or similar institutional customers
+ Experience supporting higher education campuses or institutional facilities
+ Understanding of campus operations, master planning, capital funding cycles, deferred maintenance, and consensus-driven decision making
+ Knowledge of digital building platforms, analytics, and energy optimization
**Ready to create your own journey?** Join us today!
**About Siemens**
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers
**Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce**
We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us. #LI-SK1 #VeteranCareers #TransitioningServiceMember #MilitarySpouse
**You’ll Benefit From**
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $91,463 – $156,794 annually plus an uncapped sales incentive structure. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
**Organization:** Smart Infrastructure
**Job Type:** Full-time
**Category:** Sales
