CNC Sales Engineer

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled CNC Sales Engineer to join our team and drive technical sales initiatives across our CNC machinery and automation product lines. This role blends engineering expertise with solution-driven sales, helping customers identify the right CNC systems to increase productivity, improve precision, and optimize manufacturing operations.

As the CNC Sales Engineer, you will serve as the technical expert and trusted advisor to clients across industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, industrial manufacturing, and more. You'll work closely with customers to evaluate their needs, recommend CNC equipment, and support them throughout the decision, installation, and integration process.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and manage a pipeline of CNC equipment sales opportunities within an assigned territory.
• Build strong relationships with manufacturing leaders, engineers, and machine shop owners.
• Conduct onsite visits, assessments, demos, and presentations to understand customer needs and propose solutions.
• Prepare quotations, proposals, and ROI analyses to support customer decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal teams on pricing, lead times, and technical feasibility.

Technical Expertise

• Act as the subject matter expert for CNC machines, tooling, automation, controls, and related manufacturing technology.
• Assist customers in selecting the appropriate CNC machines based on application requirements.
• Provide accurate technical information regarding capabilities, features, and machine specifications.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to address technical questions or custom requests.

Customer Support & Post-Sale Coordination

• Partner with technical service and installation teams to ensure successful machine delivery, setup, and training.
• Resolve customer concerns and ensure a positive long-term relationship.
• Provide follow-up support to ensure machine performance meets expectations.

Market & Product Knowledge

• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor offerings, and new CNC technologies.
• Attend trade shows, demonstrations, and industry events to promote the company's products.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of experience in CNC machinery, machine tools, industrial equipment, or manufacturing technology.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes (milling, turning, multi-axis, etc.).
• Proven sales or customer-facing experience in a technical environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned territory.

Preferred

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial) or equivalent technical background.
• Experience selling high-value capital equipment.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and CNC controls (Fanuc, Siemens, Mazak, Haas, etc.).

Key Competencies

• Technical problem solving
• Consultative selling
• Results-driven mindset
• Territory management
• Negotiation skills
• Customer service focus

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + commission
• Vehicle allowance or mileage reimbursement
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for training and professional growth
• A strong support team with engineering, service, and installation resources

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.