Automation Solutions Sales Engineer – Travel-Heavy Role

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

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.