Chicago Sales Engineer & Account Manager: Tech-Driven

Sandvik AB; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Career growth and advancement

Job summary

Sandvik Coromant is seeking a Sales Engineer/Account Manager for the Chicago region. You will serve as the go-to expert, understanding customer needs and delivering tailored tooling solutions for CNC machining applications.

Join a global leader in tooling solutions with a focus on growth, collaboration, and innovation. The role requires travel (~10%) and a strong technical sales background in manufacturing engineering.

Qualifications

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on experience with CNC machining and CAD/CAM.
• Proven success in technical sales or customer-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to expert for customers, understanding needs and delivering tailored solutions.
• Deliver the Coromant product and service offering.
• Identify new business opportunities and grow market share.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver total customer solutions.
• Consult on CNC machining and tooling applications and manage CRM-driven pipeline.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Proven sales experience

Education

Manufacturing Engineering degree or related field

Tools

CNC machining

CAD/CAM

Job description

Sales Engineer/Account Manager - Chicago Region

🚀 Join the Future of Manufacturing with Sandvik Coromant!

Position: Sales Engineer / Account Manager for Chicago region.

Location: The candidate must live in or around the Chicago area. The qualified candidate will be responsible for customer sales in that area.

Job ID: R0096971

Are you passionate about cutting-edge manufacturing and building strong customer relationships? Do you thrive in a technical sales environment where innovation meets precision? If so, Sandvik Coromant wants to hear from you!

We’re looking for a customer-focused, results-driven Sales Engineer to join our team in the Chicago Region. This is your chance to work with a global leader in tooling solutions and help shape the future of the machining industry.

🌟 What You’ll Do

As a Sales Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert for our customers—understanding their needs, delivering tailored solutions, and driving business growth. You’ll:

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Deliver the full Coromant product and service offering
• Identify new business opportunities and grow market share
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver total customer solutions
• Use your technical expertise to consult on CNC machining and tooling applications
• Maintain and optimize the sales pipeline using CRM tools to ensure accurate tracking, forecasting, and follow-up on customer engagements

🧠 What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who combines technical know-how with strong interpersonal skills:

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Hands-on experience with CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and cutting tools
• Proven success in technical sales or customer-facing roles
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel (approx. 10% overnight)

At Sandvik Coromant, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers with purpose. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, disability, 401(k), and more)
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven culture
• The chance to work with industry-leading technology and global experts
• Real opportunities for career growth and advancement

Sandvik Coromant is the world’s leading supplier of tools, tooling solutions, and know-how to the manufacturing industry. With 8,000 employees in 130 countries, we’re shaping the future of manufacturing through innovation, sustainability, and excellence.

We serve top-tier clients in aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, and general engineering—helping them boost productivity and profitability with our cutting-edge solutions.

Take the next step in your career and join a company that’s engineering the future.

Apply now at www.sandvik.com/careers and search for Job # R0096971 – Sales Engineer / Account Manager for Chicago region.

🤝 Sandvik Coromant is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail].