Graduate Engineer Trainee

Ingersoll-Rand plc; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand Inc. in Chennai/Coimbatore is seeking a Graduate Engineer Trainee – Sales.

The GET will undergo structured training to develop technical and commercial competencies required for a successful career in industrial sales. You will learn product applications, understand customer requirements, support sales activities, and contribute to business growth through customer engagement and market development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechatronics, or related engineering.
• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1 year of experience.
• Internship experience in industrial sales or manufacturing is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Visit customers along with senior sales professionals to understand market requirements and customer expectations.
• Support preparation of quotations, proposals, and tender documents.
• Follow up on customer inquiries and coordinate with internal teams for timely responses.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Customer focus

Analytical thinking

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Mechatronics

Related engineering

Tools

CRM tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title: Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET) – Sales

Location

Chennai/Coimbatore

Job Summary

The Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET) – Sales will undergo structured training to develop technical and commercial competencies required for a successful career in industrial sales. The role involves learning product applications, understanding customer requirements, supporting sales activities, and contributing to business growth through customer engagement and market development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Visit customers along with senior sales professionals to understand market requirements and customer expectations.
• Support preparation of quotations, proposals, and tender documents.
• Follow up on customer inquiries and coordinate with internal teams for timely responses.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers.

Technical & Product Knowledge

• Gain in-depth understanding of company products, applications, and solutions.
• Conduct product presentations and demonstrations under supervision.
• Provide basic technical support and application guidance to customers.

Market Development

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Identify emerging market trends and business opportunities.
• Generate leads through customer visits, networking, and industry events.
• Update customer interactions and opportunities in CRM systems.
• Prepare sales reports, visit reports, and market intelligence updates.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and customer service teams to ensure seamless customer support.

Training & Development

• Participate actively in technical and sales training programs.
• Develop knowledge of sales processes, negotiation techniques, and account management practices.
• Take ownership of assigned projects and learning assignments.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline.
• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1 year of experience.

Experience

• 0-1 year of experience in sales, marketing, customer support, or engineering roles.
• Internship experience in industrial sales or manufacturing organizations will be an added advantage.

Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of engineering principles and industrial products.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Familiarity with CRM tools is preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Customer-focused mindset.
• Willingness to travel extensively.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of customer visits completed.
• Lead generation and opportunity creation.
• Customer satisfaction and response time.
• Completion of training milestones and certifications.
• Contribution to sales targets and business growth initiatives.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

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Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request and a member of our team will contact you.