Cole Gidel
Ankeny
Summary
Highly motivated and results-oriented Engineer with a strong technical background and a passion for driving product based solutions and revenue growth. Seeking a challenging position where I can utilize my expertise in engineering, sales, and project management to effectively develop and communicate complex solutions, build strong relationships, and exceed financial targets. With a proven track record of delivering results and a keen ability to identify opportunities, I aim to contribute to the success of an innovative organization while continuously expanding my skills in a dynamic environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Executive
Siemens AG, SI
Des Moines, IA
05.2022 - Current
- Successfully managed a portfolio of customers in multiple vertical markets, consistently exceeding annual sales targets by 200% through effective relationship building and solution selling
- Developed and delivered persuasive sales presentations and proposals, clearly articulating the value proposition of the Siemens building automation products and services to key customers
- Used technical knowledge to conduct product demonstrations and training sessions for clients, providing hands-on experience with our automation systems and fostering client confidence in our products
- Kept up-to-date with Siemens industry advancements and competitive offerings, continuously adapting sales strategies to maintain a competitive edge in the market
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation of building automation projects, coordinating with project managers, engineers, and technicians to deliver solutions on time and within budget
- Collaborated with portfolio leaders to provide input on product enhancements and modifications based on customer feedback, contributing to product development and improvement efforts
- Maintained a detailed SieSales database, tracking leads, opportunities, and customer interactions to streamline sales processes and enhance customer relationship management.
- Participated in trade shows, industry conferences, and networking events to expand the company's presence in the market and identify new business opportunities
Junior Engineer
Siemens AG, SI
Des Moines, IA
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Completed internship program in year one and transitioned into junior engineer role
- Became local Desigo CC and Desigo Optic expert performing over 20 migration projects
- Helped local technicians with simple programming, trending, reporting, & application building
- Utilized Design Tool and AutoCAD for engineering tasks and project design
- Actively engaged in internal and external professional development opportunities to enhance technical skills and knowledge in the industry
- Became familiar with Siemens software and hardware product line
- Shadowed various branch roles understanding both service and solutions aspects of the business
Web Development Project Manager
Nike Inc - Made Hoops
New York, NY
11.2021 - Current
- Developed comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, and risk assessment, resulting in efficient project execution
- Acted as the primary liaison between the client and the development team, maintaining clear and open lines of communication throughout project lifecycles
- Conducted thorough quality assessments, resulting in error-free and high-performing web solutions
- Developed detailed project budgets, including cost estimates for development, design, testing, and other project-related expenses, ensuring financial transparency and accountability
- Stayed up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to offer innovative solutions
- Generated over 200k new users and 3.2 million clicks within the first 3 months of website launch
- Collaborated with marketing teams to implement targeted advertising and sponsorship strategies, resulting in increased ad revenue and sponsorships for sports websites
- Experience in front-end, back-end and database technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Node.js, and MongoDB to provide assistance in development
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05.2022
Skills
Consultative Sales Techniques
Technical Capabilities
Product Development
Data Analysis
Timeline
Account Executive
Siemens AG, SI
05.2022 - Current
Web Development Project Manager
Nike Inc - Made Hoops
11.2021 - Current
Junior Engineer
Siemens AG, SI
04.2019 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Iowa State University