Sales Engineer

Sales Engineer

Location: Honolulu, HI (On-Site)
Duration: 3-Year Contract
Pay: $55.00 - $65.00/hr
Schedule: Initially 20+ hours per week, with the opportunity to ramp up to 40 hours per week as business demand increases.

About the Opportunity

TEKsystems is partnering with Hawaiian Telcom to hire an experienced Sales Engineer to support the continued expansion of Hawaiian Telcom's fiber network across Hawaii. This role serves as a critical bridge between customers, sales teams, and technical teams by designing technology solutions that align with business objectives and deliver measurable outcomes.
This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused technical expert who enjoys solution architecture, consulting with clients, and helping organizations leverage technology to solve complex business challenges.

Responsibilities

Solution Design & Architecture

• Meet with customers to understand business goals, technical requirements, and operational challenges.
• Design and present customized technology solutions that align with customer needs.
• Ensure proposed solutions integrate effectively with existing customer environments.
• Translate customer requirements into technical recommendations and implementation plans.

Sales Support

• Serve as the technical liaison between customers and the sales organization.
• Support the creation of proposals, technical documentation, and solution presentations.
• Participate in customer meetings, product demonstrations, and technical discussions.
• Help articulate the value and feasibility of proposed solutions.

Customer Needs Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of customer environments and requirements.
• Identify opportunities to leverage Hawaiian Telcom technologies and services.
• Collaborate with sales and product teams to develop tailored solutions.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to internal sales teams.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and updates within Hawaiian Telcom's technology portfolio.
• Educate stakeholders on solution capabilities, architecture, and best practices.

Project Coordination & Post-Sales Support

• Partner with project managers and delivery teams to ensure successful solution execution.
• Support the transition from pre-sales to implementation activities.
• Provide ongoing customer support and technical guidance throughout the post-sales lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 12 years of experience as a Sales Engineer, Solutions Architect, Network Architect, or similar customer-facing technical role.
• Proven track record designing and supporting enterprise technology solutions.
• Extensive experience gathering customer requirements and translating them into business-focused technology solutions.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.

Technical Expertise

• Strong in:
  • Network architecture and design
  • Cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
  • Enterprise infrastructure
  • Security technologies
  • Systems integration
• Hands-on experience with technologies such as:
  • Cisco
  • Palo Alto Networks
  • Arista
  • Fortinet
  • EMC
  • Enterprise networking and infrastructure solutions
• Deep understanding of:
  • TCP/IP
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • Network security
  • Performance optimization

Certifications Preferred

• CCIE
• CCNP
• JNCIP
• Equivalent networking certifications
• Cloud certifications related to AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Relevant sales engineering or technical certifications

Key Skills

• Solution Architecture
• Sales Engineering
• Customer Consulting
• Enterprise Networking
• Cloud Technologies
• Technical Leadership
• Strategic Thinking
• Project Coordination
• Customer Service
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Business Development Support

Why Join Hawaiian Telcom?

Meaningful Work

Help empower Hawaii's businesses and communities through advanced telecommunications and fiber technology solutions.

Career Growth

Access training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities while working alongside experienced technical and business leaders.

Flexible Environment

The position begins with approximately 20 hours per week and offers flexibility in scheduling as workload increases.

Inclusive Culture

Join a collaborative and respectful work environment that values teamwork, innovation, and diversity.

Competitive Benefits

Enjoy strong compensation, comprehensive benefits, retirement planning options, and employee discounts.

Business Impact

As Hawaiian Telcom continues expanding its fiber network footprint, this role will help customers identify the infrastructure, equipment, and technology solutions needed to support their evolving business requirements.

Interview Process

• Round 1: Virtual interview with the preliminary team
• Round 2: Virtual interview with key decision-makers

Additional Information

• Location: 1177 Bishop Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
• On-site position
• Expert-level opportunity
• No drug test required
• Start Date: August 2026

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Honolulu, HI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Honolulu,HI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.