About Energy Design Engineers (SLL)
Energy Design Engineers is a Michigan-based technology company that provides advanced
lighting control systems, sensors, and software platforms, reducing energy waste and
enhancing visibility, safety, and sustainability in manufacturing, distribution, and commercial
environments. Our mission is to deliver intelligent energy solutions that generate measurable
ROI and long-term performance for our clients. Position will be located in Davisburg, MI.
Position Overview
The Business Development & Operations Manager (BDOM) plays a dual leadership
role—driving new business opportunities and ensuring operational excellence across Energy Design Engineers’ day-to-day functions.
Success in this position is defined by:
- Generating qualified appointments and opportunities that convert to profitable projects.
- Maintaining organized systems, documentation, and client processes to ensure smooth operations.
- Supporting the President and field team with high-level coordination, marketing, and customer success activities.
Performance will be evaluated monthly
- Complete and submit utility rebate and financing applications (Michigan Saves, Team Financial)
- Assist the President and SLL team with scheduling, orders, and internal coordination
- Update website news, press releases, and client case studies
- Schedule annual compressed-air and lighting renewals, ensuring on-time follow-ups
- Deliver error-free documents and meet all deadlines
Key Responsibilities
- Appointments & Pipeline:
- Schedule a minimum of five (5) qualified new client appointments per month.
- Maintain accurate information within Apollo.io and utilize it for all aspects of sales and lead development, including but not limited to phone calls, emails, and other communication channels.
- Maintain and update the SLL Sales Pipeline and the Sustainability Metrics Dashboard with accurate information for each of our projects.
- Project Documentation:
- Maintain complete and organized client folders in Dropbox, including W-9s, surveys, energy bills, and photos.
- Ensure project binders and documentation are completed and delivered to clients at project close-out.
- Utility & Financing Coordination:
- Submit and monitor all utility rebate applications and financing paperwork with Michigan Saves and Team Financial.
- Shipping & Orders:
- Oversee order processing and shipments for Energy Design Engineers,
- SmartPro Controls, and related partner companies.
- Client Recognition:
- Coordinate delivery or presentation of the Environmental Award for projects exceeding $50,000.
- Marketing & Outreach:
- Maintain the company website, news, and LinkedIn updates on a monthly basis.
- Finalize press releases and case studies for each major project (content provided by the engineering or sales team).
- Scheduling & Events:
- Plan internal meetings, training, and special company events.
- Spec Sheets & Forms:
- Create and maintain updated specification sheets and new client forms as needed.
Compensation Structure
Base Salary
$55,000 per year, paid bi-weekly via ACH.
Commissions
- Commissions Based on Performance
- Quarterly Performance Bonus
- When the team meets its quarterly revenue goal, five percent (5%) of the total quarterly gross profit is distributed among team members who average 20 hours or more per week.
- Annual Team Bonus
- If Energy Design Engineers achieves its annual revenue target, an additional five percent (5%) of annual gross profit is distributed proportionally to eligible employees.
Benefits & Allowances
- Medical Allowance: $500 per month (until the company health plan is implemented).
- Mileage Reimbursement: $0.50 per mile for approved business travel (not including daily commute).
- Paid Holidays: All major U.S. holidays.
- Paid Vacation:
- 1 week after 6 months
- 2 weeks after 2 years
- 3 weeks after 3 years
