Principal Solutions Engineer

About the role

Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it's helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimize global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress. AECO: The Trimble AECO segment provides digital construction solutions that increase precision and productivity for Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations. What Makes This Role Great: In this role, you will be the strategic architect of digital transformation for the public sector, directly influencing how global infrastructure is designed, built, and maintained. You will have the unique opportunity to position the Trimble Unity Suite as a premier Connected Data Environment, shaping industry standards for interoperability and data continuity that will define the future of civil engineering and asset management. Key Exciting Responsibilities Lead high-level engagement with public sector owners to implement connected workflows across civil design, survey, construction, and asset management. Serve as a strategic advisor to infrastructure agencies, aligning digital tools with complex business needs to achieve data continuity across systems like Autodesk, Bentley, and ESRI. Design and document scalable technical solutions, including API integration strategies and platform sustainability models for the Unity Suite. Represent Trimble as a thought leader at major industry events and conferences to promote Asset Lifecycle Management innovation and gather field insights. Facilitate the creation of high-impact demo content and training materials to enable internal teams and global partners in delivering world-class client outcomes. Essential Skills & Experience 10+ years of expertise in civil construction, design, or infrastructure technology with a deep understanding of capital project delivery. Proven experience with CDE platforms such as Trimble Connect or Autodesk Construction Cloud. Strong ability to assess complex business challenges and translate them into technical workflows and ROI-driven solutions. Exceptional communication and influence skills, with a track record of engaging senior-level stakeholders and government agencies. Educational background in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline. Bonus Points For: Direct experience working with Department of Transportation (DOT) agencies or large-scale government infrastructure projects. Familiarity with IFC/open BIM standards, ESRI data integration, and middleware solutions. Prior experience in software development scoping, implementation planning, and cross-functional team enablement. Logistics: Location: Westminster, CO (Hybrid) or Remote Travel Requirement: 25% Compensation: 200k +/- OTE; Salary + Variable Why You'll Love Working With Us At Trimble, we're not just a company that "does good"-we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real-World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow. You'll work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose-driven culture means you'll be helping to build and deliver solutions that make work faster, safer, and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible, from connected machines that save fuel to data-driven insights that reduce waste. Collaborate with like-minded people: Our strong internal culture is a "hidden gem." You will work with a collaborative, supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. We're a company of "visionary pragmatists" who think boldly and build things that work. Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. You'll find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often "self-authored," empowering proactive "doers." Solutions Architect, Asset Lifecycle Management, Civil BIM, Trimble Unity, Trimble Connect, Infrastructure Technology, Digital Transformation, Public Sector Sales, I