Technical Sales Engineer

Overview

We are representing a leading regional high-tech distributor looking for the next generation of Application Solutions Engineers to join their team. This role is a hybrid career path that combines the technical problem-solving skills of an engineer with the relationship-building and dynamic environment of technical sales.

If you have an engineering background but crave autonomy, customer interaction, and seeing your technical solutions come to life in the real world, this is the role for you.

• As an outside Application Solutions Engineer, act as a technical consultant to manufacturers, utilities, and systems integrators. Help clients automate their world using the latest hardware and software.
• Consult with customers to identify pain points and recommend the right automation solutions (PLCs, HMI, SCADA, Motion Control).
• Prepare and deliver technical demonstrations to show how the solutions fit specific application needs.
• Develop new accounts and maintain existing relationships through networking and vendor coordination.
• Travel to client sites via a company-provided vehicle to offer hands-on support and consultation.
• Master new technologies and industrial applications; our client invests heavily in technical training.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related technical field.
• You must understand engineering design concepts but also possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• You are able to manage your own schedule, organize your materials, and perform quality work without being micro-managed.
• Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, industrial communications, or precision motion is a plus (but specific product training is provided).

• A company car is provided (gas and insurance covered).
• Strong base salary plus a bonus package.
• Company-provided cell phone, laptop, software and supplies.
• A supportive, team-approach environment where you are treated like a professional, not just a number.

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Manufacturing and Sales
• Industries:
  Manufacturing

Location and compensation vary by posting; candidates should review current listings for specifics.