Sales Engineer-Remote in WI; Bilingual in Mandarin

About Bodorlaser

Bodorlaser is a global leader in the development, production, and sales of laser‑cutting machines. Headquartered in China, it serves a worldwide market network covering more than 150 countries in 20 service languages, with knowledgeable sales and after‑sales teams and 24/7 service availability.

With its U.S. headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois, Bodorlaser is expanding its presence in the U.S. market, offering cutting‑edge laser machinery for automotive, aerospace, electronics, and manufacturing sectors. The company’s products are known for precision, efficiency, affordability, and the ability to meet evolving industry demands.

Bodorlaser fosters a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning, welcoming a diverse, cross‑cultural workforce to deliver exceptional service and technical support worldwide.

Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and flexible remote working options empower employees to succeed.

Bodorlaser seeks a highly self‑motivated and ambitious Sales Engineer/Account Manager for a full‑time, remote role serving the Lakeside Region. This position offers flexibility to work from home while engaging with clients, solving technical challenges, and driving sales growth.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the assigned region, while nurturing relationships with existing customers.
• Analyze market trends in the area and report findings to management for sales strategy optimization.
• Manage the entire sales process—lead generation, qualification, closing—meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Marketing, Operations, Service) to ensure customer needs are met and issues are resolved.
• Provide technical support to clients, troubleshoot product issues, and recommend improved materials or machinery.
• Assist in organizing and attending trade shows, conferences, and other promotional events.
• Visit customer sites regularly to maintain relationships, resolve technical challenges, and present solutions.
• Work closely with Product teams from the parent company to align on technical requirements for equipment and proposals.
• Prepare and deliver detailed proposals and presentations based on customer specifications.
• Ensure all administrative processes are handled effectively during the sales cycle, coordinating with different departments.
• Report on sales progress and challenges to the supervisor on a regular basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Strong self‑motivation, proactive approach, and excellent business communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English; basic communication skills in Mandarin Chinese.
• Ability to travel overnight for business up to 25% of the time within the U.S., mainly in Wisconsin.
• Proficiency in using CRM systems and creating reports and presentations.
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment, often requiring coordination across time zones.
• Flexibility to occasionally work outside regular business hours.
• Experience managing cross‑departmental workflows and processes.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• 2‑10 years of experience in sales or technical roles within the machine tool or manufacturing industry.
• Ability to work under pressure and ambiguity.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, business/marketing, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience selling laser cutting machines or other CNC machines.
• Prior experience working in a cross‑cultural, multinational company environment.
• Residing in the Greater Chicago area or Milwaukee, WI (preferred).

Fully remote with frequent travel to customers in Wisconsin. Candidates based in the Greater Chicago area or Milwaukee, WI are preferred. Relocation required if located outside WI or IL.

The base salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000 annually. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, and location. In addition to the base salary, the role is eligible for commissions and bonuses based on sales performance. Total compensation, including commissions and bonuses, can significantly exceed the base…