Aftermarket Re-Engineering Sales Engineer

Ruhrpumpen Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruhrpumpen Group is seeking an Aftermarket Re-Engineering Sales Engineer to drive growth by delivering reverse-engineered and optimized pump component solutions. You will bridge customers and internal engineering, analyzing failures and proposing design improvements.

The role emphasizes expanding market share with non‑OEM parts, upgrades, and lifecycle extensions, while building long-term relationships and guiding opportunities through the sales cycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in aftermarket, rotating equipment, or industrial services.
• Reverse engineering, redesign, or optimization of mechanical components.
• Strong knowledge of centrifugal pumps and aftermarket parts.
• Experience with non-OEM parts and engineered solutions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for NON OEM aftermarket parts and technical support.
• Identify opportunities to increase sales of reverse-engineered components and upgrades.
• Conduct site visits and assess equipment to identify failure modes and improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering to develop optimized designs and materials.
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals aligned with customer needs.
• Lead negotiations of technical and commercial terms to close business.
• Build relationships with maintenance, engineering, and procurement teams.
• Manage and grow the aftermarket portfolio in assigned territory.
• Support development of channel partners for aftermarket solutions.
• Maintain CRM records of opportunities and forecasts.

Skills

Strong technical analysis

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Customer-facing abilities

Technical sales lifecycle management

Negotiation of terms

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Job Description

The Aftermarket Re-Engineering Sales Engineer is responsible for driving growth in the aftermarket business by identifying, developing, and delivering reverse-engineered and optimized pump component solutions. This role combines strong technical expertise with consultative sales skills to support customers in improving equipment performance, reliability, and total cost of ownership.

The position serves as the primary interface between customers and internal engineering teams, leading efforts to analyze component failures, propose design improvements, and deliver non-OEM engineered solutions. The role focuses on expanding market share through re-engineered parts, upgrades, and lifecycle extension strategies, while building long-term customer relationships and identifying new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for customers regarding NON OEM aftermarket parts, re-engineering solutions, and technical support
• Identify opportunities to increase sales of reverse-engineered components, material upgrades, design improvements.
• Conduct site visits and equipment assessments to identify failure modes and performance improvement opportunities
• Analyze worn or failed components and collaborate with engineering teams to develop optimized designs and material enhancements
• Prepare and present technical and commercial proposals aligned with customer requirements and industry standards
• Promote non-OEM engineered solutions that improve reliability, efficiency, and lifecycle cost
• Build and maintain strong relationships with maintenance, engineering, and procurement teams
• Manage and grow the aftermarket portfolio within the assigned territory or accounts
• Support development of channel partners (distributors/representatives)for aftermarket re-engineering solutions
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, opportunities, and forecasts in CRM systems
• Monitor market trends, competitor offerings, and installed base needs to identify new business opportunities
• Coordinate internally with engineering, operations, and inside sales teams to ensure timely and effective solution delivery
• Lead negotiations of technical and commercial terms to close business successfully

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in aftermarket, rotating equipment, or industrial services
• Proven experience in reverse engineering, redesign, or optimization of mechanical components
• Strong knowledge of centrifugal pumps and aftermarket parts (impellers, casings, wear rings, shafts, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience in aftermarket sales, including parts, repairs, upgrades, or services
• Experience with non-OEM parts and engineered solutions preferred
• Strong technical analysis and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and customer-facing abilities
• Ability to manage technical sales cycles and negotiate commercial terms
• Willingness to travel up to 50%