Sales / Senior Sales / Account Executives - Fire Alarm / Life Safety

Position Location: These roles support our Fremont, CA branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater San Francisco & San Jose, CA areas.

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’re 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!

The Fire/Life Safety Sales/Sr. Sales/Account Executive is responsible for supporting growth across both Service Agreements and Solutions (new construction and retrofit) sales within Siemens Smart Buildings. In this role, you will partner with customers to deliver fire alarm and life safety solutions that help ensure safe, compliant, and high-performing buildings.

You will work alongside experienced sales professionals and operations teams to develop your sales skills, build customer relationships, and contribute to both recurring service business and project-based opportunities.

As a Fire/Life Safety Sales Executive, you will:

• Achievement of new order/booking and profit goals within assigned territory
• Assist in developing and maintaining a qualified sales pipeline, including opportunity tracking and forecasting
• Identify customer needs and recommend service agreements, system upgrades, and new solutions
• Build foundational knowledge of fire/life safety systems, services, and applicable codes and standards
• Development of proposals, estimates, and customer presentations in collaboration with senior team members
• Participate in customer meetings, site visits, and surveys to understand building requirements and project scope
• Develop relationships with customers, contractors, and internal partners
• Collaborate with operations, estimating, and support teams to ensure successful project delivery and customer satisfaction
• Stay current on market trends, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies
• Participate in sales meetings, training programs, and industry networking events
• Support both existing account growth and new customer acquisition efforts
• Spend time in customer-facing activities to build experience and confidence in the field

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic/Required Qualifications:

• Entry-Level (Sales Executive): 2+ years of sales experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with demonstrated interest or experience in customer-facing, sales, or business development activities
• Mid-Level (Sr. Sales Executive): 2+ years of sales experience in the commercial fire alarm / life safety industry or directly related such as low-voltage/electrical
• Senior-Level (Account Executive): 5+ years of sales experience in the commercial fire alarm / life safety industry
• Financial expertise to estimate and sell technical solutions and service offerings effectively and independently
• Account development and strategic sales skills; organizational, presentation, and negotiation skills; verbal and written communication skills in English
• High school diploma or state-recognized GED
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering
• Salesforce CRM
• Sales experience in the commercial Fire Alarm / Life Safety, Software, or IoT industries
• Experience in the life sciences, healthcare, education, data center, and commercial office vertical markets
• Experience selling to end users/owners and demonstrated understanding of how to market, position, and sell cloud-based, data-driven service programs such as fault detection and diagnostics to existing and new customers

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-DRR

You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here:

The pay range for this position is $60,000 - $126,000 annually plus an uncapped commission structure. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.