Sales Engineer

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  • Troy, MI
  • $30,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
SALES ENGINEER (Automation Systems / Specialty Machines)Detroit or Remote Near Major Airport (IL, IN, PA, OH, NC)Industry: Industrial Automation / Custom MachineryCompensation: $90,000 base + bonus ($25K–$30K annual bonus based on KPIs)Travel: 25–45% (includes monthly travel to Detroit if not based in MI)Engineering Focused | Sales Driven | Growth OpportunityHiring 2 Sales Engineers SUMMARY: We're hiring two Sales Engineers to join a global automation leader as they expand into the U.S. market. This is your chance to get in on the ground floor with a well-established company launching its first U.S. facility in the Detroit metro area. You’ll combine your engineering background with sales skills to help introduce innovative automation systems to top industries like medical, automotive, and industrial manufacturing. WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT:
  • Work directly with technical teams in the U.S. and Germany
  • Play a key role in launching a new U.S. operation
  • Travel for training and client visits – domestic & international
  • Strong growth potential as the U.S. team expands
  • Bonus structure up to $30K annually
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Build relationships with new and existing customers across North America
  • Prepare and present RFQs and technical proposals
  • Support estimating, pricing, and project sales strategy
  • Collaborate with engineering teams on both sides of the Atlantic
  • Understand and explain complex automation systems and processes
  • Represent the company at meetings, events, and trade shows
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • 3–7 years of experience in Sales Engineering, Project Engineering, or Technical Estimating
  • Background in automation, special machinery, or industrial systems (KUKA, Fanuc, ABB, etc.)
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Willingness to travel (25–45%) and visit Detroit monthly (if remote)
  • Experience preparing detailed RFQs and technical sales documentation
  • Exposure to financial modeling or proposal-based estimating
  • A personable, customer-focused approach
  • Interest in international business or German manufacturing culture

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