Engineering Sales Director

Overview

The Engineering Sales Director will lead aggressive engineering solutions development with a strong focus on identifying, pursuing, and closing new business opportunities with key customers. This role requires a self-driven individual with a deep technical background and an ownership mindset—someone who takes initiative, drives results, and is accountable for revenue growth through strategic customer engagement and technical solutions.

Must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a similar Engineering degree.

• Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team to drive innovation and company growth.
• Develop and implement technical strategies that align manufacturing capabilities with business development goals to generate new revenue.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through consultative technical solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and partners.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings to promote capabilities and convert qualified leads.
• Analyze market trends and customer needs to inform product development and go-to-market strategies.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth and development for all team members.

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a similar Engineering degree.
• 5-10 years’ experience in an industrial manufacturing environment in a Technical Sales or Technical Product Development Leadership role.

• Proven experience in senior technical leadership and B2B manufacturing.
• Demonstrated success in managing technical customer‑facing teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross‑functional collaboration and customer engagement.
• Experience in B2B sales, business development, or customer‑facing technical roles.
• Ability to identify, qualify, and close new business opportunities through consultative technical selling.

Travel is anticipated based on business needs. Approximately 25‑50% of the time.

• Generous Time Off:
  Annually 9 paid holidays/17 days of Paid time off/40 hours paid sick leave annually
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Cigna medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Additional Benefits:
  Flexible Spending Account‑medical & dependent care, short term disability and long‑term disability
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match and employees are 100% vested at enrollment
• Financial Wellness: planning and preparation guidance from trusted advisors
• Identity protection: free employee or family plan with Norton Life Lock
• Life and AD&D Coverage: $50,000 Company paid life insurance. Plus buy‑up options for voluntary life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance for you, your spouse and your children
• Employee Assistance Program:
  Access to free behavioral health services (counseling), webinars and resources on legal, financial and wellness topics
• Growth Opportunities:
  Ongoing training and tuition assistance to help you advance your career and professional development
• Discounted membership: 10% off membership at YMCA of Frederick County

• Director

• Full‑time

• Sales and Business Development

• Automation Machinery Manufacturing