Andrew West
About Andrew West
Andrew West is an Electronic Sales Engineer at Phoenix Contact, with a diverse background in engineering and sales across various companies. He has over two decades of experience in the electronics and automation sectors, holding positions in engineering, business development, and sales.
Current Role at Phoenix Contact
Andrew West serves as an Electronic Sales Engineer (ESE) at Phoenix Contact, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for providing technical sales support and solutions to clients in Minnesota, United States. His expertise in electronic systems and sales engineering allows him to effectively address customer needs and enhance product offerings.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Sales
Before joining Phoenix Contact, Andrew West accumulated extensive experience in various engineering and sales roles. He worked at The Bergquist Company as an Applications Engineer for one year, and at Emerson Automation Solutions as a Business Development Manager in the Medical sector for seven years. His background also includes positions at Ayrshire Electronics and Minnetronix, Inc., where he focused on engineering and manufacturing processes.
Educational Background
Andrew West holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from Minnesota State University, Moorhead. He furthered his education at Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University, where he achieved a degree in Technical Management. This educational foundation supports his technical expertise and managerial skills in the engineering and sales fields.
Career Timeline and Progression
Andrew West's career spans over two decades, beginning with his role as an Engineer at MYDATA automation AB from 1998 to 2000. He then transitioned to various positions, including Engineering at Ayrshire Electronics and Sales at Production Automation Corporation. His career progressed through roles in sales engineering and business development, culminating in his current position at Phoenix Contact.