Automation Sales Engineer

Expert Connections; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance (employee)

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Expert Connections in Upstate, SC is seeking a Sales Engineer to drive new business for custom automation solutions across North America. You will engage OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and manufacturers, translating technical concepts into compelling proposals.

This role requires 5+ years of automation sales, a technical engineering background, and the ability to travel up to 50% (including occasional trips to Germany). The position includes a company vehicle and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience selling automation, capital equipment, system integration, or custom manufacturing solutions.
• Engineering degree preferred or equivalent technical sales experience.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation and manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to develop new business and manage complex technical sales opportunities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50% throughout North America, with occasional travel to Germany.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities for custom automation solutions throughout North America.
• Build relationships with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and manufacturers.
• Meet with customers to identify automation opportunities and manufacturing challenges.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop technical concepts and proposals.
• Lead customer presentations, negotiations, and project discussions.
• Represent the company at customer visits, trade shows, and industry events.

Skills

Automation sales

Capital equipment

Technical sales

Manufacturing processes

Customer relationship

Travel readiness

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Upstate, SC | On-site | 50% Travel | Company Vehicle

Our client is a global automation solutions provider specializing in custom manufacturing systems for leading automotive, consumer, and industrial manufacturers. From robotic work cells to fully integrated production lines, they deliver turnkey automation solutions that help customers improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.

With more than 1,700 employees worldwide, their Duncan, SC office serves as the North American sales and consulting hub. As the business continues to grow, they're looking for a Sales Engineer to develop new customer relationships and expand their presence.

What You'll Do

• Develop new business opportunities for custom automation solutions throughout North America.
• Build relationships with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and manufacturers.
• Meet with customers to identify automation opportunities and manufacturing challenges.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop technical concepts and proposals
• Lead customer presentations, negotiations, and project discussions.
• Represent the company at customer visits, trade shows, and industry events.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience selling automation, capital equipment, system integration, or custom manufacturing solutions.
• Engineering degree preferred or equivalent technical sales experience.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation and manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to develop new business and manage complex technical sales opportunities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50% throughout North America, with occasional travel to Germany.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (targeting approximately $100K, flexible based on experience)
• Realistic first-year earnings around$130K
• Second-year earning potential of $150K+
• Performance-based commission plan with additional incentives during the first 15 months
• Company vehicle
• 100% company-paid employee health insurance (60% dependent coverage)
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k)
• 15 days PTO, 5 sick days, and 11 paid holidays

Why Join?

Join a growing North American team backed by a global automation leader known for technical excellence, collaborative culture, and long-term customer partnerships. You'll receive hands-on training—including time at the German headquarters—and play a key role in expanding the company's presence across North America.

Compensation:

$130,000 per year