Business Development Associate

MN Engineering Solutions Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

MN Engineering Solutions is seeking a Business Development Associate to drive lead generation, client engagement, and growth for engineering and technology services from its Chennai, India base.

The role targets candidates with 1–4 years in B2B sales, with a background in mechanical or electrical engineering. MBA is a plus, along with basic CRM and MS Office familiarity. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to pursue new opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years in Business Development or Sales (Engineering/IT services preferred).
• Bachelor's in Mechanical/Electrical; MBA is a plus.
• Basic understanding of engineering services, CAD/CAE tools, or industrial automation concepts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation: identify and connect with potential clients via cold calls, emails, and LinkedIn Outreach in target industries.
• Client interaction: understand basic client requirements and coordinate with internal technical teams for suitable solutions.
• Sales support: assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and quotations for clients.
• Relationship building: develop and maintain client relationships and follow up regularly.
• Market research: track industry trends and identify potential business opportunities.
• CRM updates: maintain accurate records of leads, interactions, and sales activities in CRM tools.
• Team collaboration: work with senior sales and technical teams to support the sales cycle.

Skills

Lead generation

Client communication

Sales support

Relationship management

Market analysis

CRM proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Electrical

MBA added advantage

Tools

MS Office

CRM tools

Job description

(Detailed) Job Description: Business Development Associate

Company: MN Engineering Solutions
Location: Chennai, India
Experience: 2 - 5 Years
Industry: Engineering Services, Digital Transformation & Industrial Automation

About the Company

MN Engineering Solutions is an end-to-end engineering solutions provider specializing in the digitization of industrial assets. We support global clients across industries such as Automotive, Food & Beverage, Packaging, and Industrial Machinery through services like Digital Twin Solutions, Virtual Commissioning, Product Engineering (CAE/FEA), and PLM Implementation. Our focus is on improving efficiency and reducing time-to-market using Industry 4.0 technologies.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Business Development Associate (BDA) to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates early in their sales career who are interested in B2B sales within engineering and technology services. You will support lead generation, client engagement, and business growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Generation: Identify and connect with potential clients through cold calling, email campaigns, and LinkedIn outreach within target industries.
• Client Interaction: Understand basic client requirements and coordinate with internal technical teams to provide suitable solutions.
• Sales Support: Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and quotations for clients.
• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain relationships with clients and follow up regularly.
• Market Research: Track industry trends and identify potential business opportunities.
• CRM Updates: Maintain accurate records of leads, interactions, and sales activities in CRM tools.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with senior sales and technical teams to support the sales cycle.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 1 - 4 years of experience in Business Development, Sales, or a similar role (Engineering/IT services preferred).
  Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field and MBA are an added advantage.
  Technical Understanding: Basic knowledge of engineering services, CAD/CAE tools, or industrial automation concepts is an advantage.
• Preferred Background: Candidates from B2B Sales, Engineering Services, Industrial Automation, Manufacturing, IT Services, SaaS, or Technical Sales backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
  Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills.
  Learning Attitude: Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
  Tools: Basic knowledge of MS Office and CRM tools (preferred but not mandatory).

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with experienced industry professionals.
• Exposure to global markets (USA, Europe, India).
• A collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
• Competitive salary along with performance-based incentives.