WAAGNER-BIRO LUXEMBOURG - STAGE SYSTEMS

Waagner-Biro Luxembourg Stage Systems S.A. is part of the Waagner-Biro Stage Systems Group, one of the world's largest suppliers of stage technology based in Austria. As one of the world market leaders, the company develops and installs stage machinery systems and automation solutions for opera houses, theatres, concert halls, multi-purpose halls and cruise ships.

At our site in Rodange (Luxembourg), a multi-national team of more than 50 employees is passionately committed to the development of the innovative C⋅A⋅T (Computer-Aided Theatre) control system and its installation in the world's major venues. For more than 35 years, we have been driving major innovations in the field of automation control systems for the entertainment industry.

Our customers are large and small cultural institutions around the globe, including world-renowned houses such as the opera houses in Sydney and Vienna, the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, as well as numerous cruise ship owners, whom we advise and supply in close cooperation with our mechanical engineering partners.

We see ourselves as more than just an equipment manufacturer and project developer. Throughout the entire lifecycle of our systems, we want to support our customers with modern and tailor-made tools and services for relaxed and safe operation of their sites.

As an employer, we offer you not only an attractive working environment but also the opportunity to get involved in challenging and exciting projects and become part of a competent team. If you are motivated by a high level of commitment with simultaneous professional and personal development, then you have come to the right place.

TASK DESCRIPTION

The Sales Engineer - Stage Control Systems will be responsible for developing and managing sales projects together with our sales back office in Luxembourg, our international sales teams in Vienna, Germany, China and our network of sales agents and partner companies. As part of your job, you will develop a sustainable network of specialist planners, sales partners and, of course, customer representatives, whom you will support from the initial conception of potential new build and renovation projects through to the preparation of the tendering phase and the awarding process. 

Your tasks include in particular:

• Become a contact person on the subject of stage control systems for the international specialist planners.
• Identify stage control projects and prepare participation in upcoming tenders.
• Built up sustainable client relationships for targeted projects all over the world.
• Manage sales projects during the tendering phase as contact person between our customers and our back office.
• Take part and present our products and services in exhibitions, sales events and conferences.
• Thoroughly analyse and understand the requirements of our customers and the ideas behind.
• Draft an optimal solution for automation control system based on our CAT Computer-Aided Theatre control hardware and software together with our engineering experts.
• Describe and present our concept and advantages in convincing words.
• Involve our suppliers or find new partners for creating the best possible competitive solution where external products and services where needed.
• ... and sometimes, you need to invent new products or features together with our development team.

OUR REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in the field of electrical engineering, automation technology or mechatronics. A long-term experience in design and sales or rental of rigging control systems or flying control systems might also meet our expectations.
• Previous experience in sales of stage technology or automation control systems that require special explanation in the B2B sector.
• Ideally, you are familiar with the entertainment industry and the procedures on stage during the technical set-up, rehearsals and performances.
• Good comprehension of technical challenges, enthusiasm for developing technical concepts and solutions.
• Knowledge of the relevant norms, comprehensive understanding of the concept of "functional safety”.
• Expressive in writing (German and English) and visualisation.
• Confident use of Office tools and modern communication platforms.
• You enjoy regular worldwide travel.

OUR OFFER

We offer a full-time, permanent position with an attractive gross salary based on your education and professional experience, as well as the benefits of an international company based in multi-cultural Luxembourg, with headquarters in Vienna and offices in Europe and Asia.

Training and development opportunities, an exciting multicultural project environment and working in a team with outstanding expertise are all part of the working environment.

A varied and challenging job with a lot of creative freedom and the opportunity to work independently and take responsibility for the success right from the start.

We also offer you the opportunity to work from home for up to 50% of your working time after your induction.

BE PART OF SOMETHING BIG!

A career with Waagner-Biro Stage Systems delivers chances and challenges alike. Working in an internationally renowned company is exciting, but it also represents enrichment in personal and professional development.

WE HAVE EARNED YOUR INTEREST?

Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents by email to Waagner-Biro Luxembourg Stage Systems SA via Moovijob.com.