Sales Engineer
Saint Paul, MN | Direct-Hire | $80,000 – $100,000 + Commission | Onsite

Our client, a premier manufacturer specializing in custom sheet metal products, is seeking a highly motivated and technically adept Sales Engineer to join their growing team. This role is pivotal in driving revenue growth by leveraging technical proficiency, problem-solving capabilities, and exceptional customer relationship management skills.

As a Sales Engineer, you’ll serve as a key technical resource for both prospective and existing clients, bridging the gap between engineering and sales to deliver tailored solutions. Your role involves working closely with R&D teams, new product introduction (NPI), sourcing professionals, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration and effective problem-solving. This opportunity is ideal for an engineering professional eager to transition into a client-facing role.

Sales Engineer Responsibilities:

• Business Development & Account Growth: Actively identify new opportunities, develop strategic relationships, and position the company as a preferred supplier for precision-manufactured components.
• Technical Expertise & Client Consultation: Utilize in-depth knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, and metal stamping to understand client challenges and propose practical, manufacturable solutions.
• Customer Relationship Management: Foster strong partnerships with R&D engineers, procurement teams, and sourcing specialists, providing technical guidance throughout the sales cycle.
• Solution-Oriented Selling: Act as a trusted advisor, analyzing customer requirements and offering insights into design for manufacturability, material selection, and cost-effective production methods.
• Quotation & Proposal Support: Collaborate with internal engineering, estimating, and production teams to develop accurate quotes and competitive proposals tailored to customer needs.
• Industry Awareness & Competitive Intelligence: Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor capabilities, providing insights that drive continuous improvement and innovation within the company.
• Project Management & Execution Oversight: Work cross-functionally to ensure smooth project implementation, monitor production timelines, and address any technical or logistical challenges that arise.

Sales Engineer Requirements:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Technical Experience: 3-5 years in a technical sales or engineering role within a manufacturing environment, ideally in sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, or metal stamping.
• Engineering & CAD Proficiency: Hands-on experience with SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D design software), along with familiarity with knowledge management systems.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Ability to explain complex engineering concepts in a clear, compelling manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong presentation skills are a plus.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking: A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with the ability to assess technical challenges and devise innovative solutions.
• Relationship-Driven Mindset: The ability to build trust and credibility with clients, ensuring long-term partnerships through responsiveness, reliability, and industry expertise.
• Travel Flexibility: Ability to travel to customer sites and industry events as needed.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.