District Sales Engineer-Greater Boston Area

SEW-EURODRIVE - USA; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

SEW-EURODRIVE USA is seeking a District Sales Engineer for the Northeast Sales Team to cover Massachusetts. The role focuses on revenue generation by promoting SEW-EURODRIVE products and building strong customer relationships across the territory.

The position offers a salary range of $80,000–$95,000 with additional commission and bonus potential, reflecting experience and qualifications. Occasional travel to customer facilities is required in this Boston-area market.

Qualifications

• Must be located in or relocate to Greater Boston Massachusetts area.
• Experience with gear reducers, electric motors, VFDs, and motion controllers.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer facilities.
• Authorized to work in the United States on an indefinite basis.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong mathematical and computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Frequent travel to customers.
• Ability to sit, stand, and lift frequently.
• Preference for Associate degree in engineering or related field.
• Preference for 2 years Outside Sales or 4 years Inside Sales.

Responsibilities

• Generate revenue and increase sales of SEW-EURODRIVE products.
• Develop and nurture relationships with personnel at customer accounts.
• Conduct frequent sales calls for face-to-face interaction.
• Develop and manage sales strategies and programs to increase sales.
• Provide technical, training, promotional, and sales support to customers including OEMs, Users, Distributors, and Resellers.
• Understand major markets and industries.
• Develop and perform customer training as needed.
• Attend trainings and self-train to grow product/industry knowledge.
• Provide added value through knowledge and follow-up.
• Qualify and develop sales leads.

Skills

Sales experience

Strong communication

Driver's license

Negotiation

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in engineering or related field

Job description

About The Role

SEW-EURODRIVE is a Global Leader and premier manufacturer of gear reducers, electric motors, variable frequency drives, and motion controllers for industrial applications. We provide our customers with quality products, expert advice, and world‑class service.

SEW-EURODRIVE USA seeks a District Sales Engineer for our Northeast Sales Team. The sales territory covers Massachusetts. District Sales personnel are responsible for revenue generation by promoting and selling SEW-EURODRIVE products within the geographic territory.

PAY RANGE: $80,000–$95,000 annual compensation (Compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Candidates with additional relevant degrees or certifications and extensive experience may be considered for the higher end of the salary range)

• Salary
• Generous (no cap) Commission on Product Sales
• Bonus Potential

We sell products and solutions while we develop people and create careers.

Job Qualifications

• Must be located in or willing to relocate to Greater Boston Massachusetts area.
• Must have experience with and/or knowledge of gear reducers, electric motors, variable frequency drives, and motion controllers.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record or be able to transport yourself to and from various locations, including customer facilities, to engage in diverse business activities.
• Must be eligible and authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing indefinite basis.
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Must have strong mathematical and computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to travel and frequently visit customers.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and lift frequently and for extended periods.
• Prefer you have an associate degree in engineering, Industrial Distribution, or another related field.
• Prefer you have two years of Outside Sales experience or four years of Inside Sales experience.

Job Tasks

• Generate revenue and increase sales of all SEW-EURODRIVE products.
• Develop and nurture relationships with personnel at prospective and current customer accounts.
• Frequently perform sales calls for face‑to‑face customer interaction.
• Develop and manage sales strategies and programs designed to increase sales through new and existing customers.
• Provide technical, training, promotional, and sales support to direct and indirect customers, including OEMs, Users, Distributors, and Resellers.
• Understand major markets and industries.
• Develop and perform training for customers as needed.
• Attend training provided and perform self‑training to increase product and industry knowledge.
• Provide added value to customers through your knowledge, expertise, and follow‑up.
• Qualify and develop sales leads to customers.
• Perform daily travel within the sales territory and perform overnight travel as needed. The frequency of overnight travel will vary based on the size of the territory.
• Travel to any required destination for training, tradeshows, sales meetings, etc.
• Be attentive to customer needs and occasionally conduct business outside of normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Use CRM to manage customer interaction.

A 10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

SEW-EURODRIVE provides a generous benefits package to all full‑time employees. These benefits start on day one!

• Medical Insurance – Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Audio, and Prescription Drug coverage + $125 annual reimbursement for purchase of eligible vitamins & minerals
• Life Insurance worth 2.5 times annual base pay. Includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Disability – Includes both Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care made available annually during open enrollment
• Timely Evaluations with potential for a pay increase
• Paid Vacation – 2 weeks of vacation accrual per year to start, which increases after five years and ten years of service
• Holiday Pay – Twelve paid holidays per year
• Retirement Benefits – Includes 401(k) with Profit Sharing Contribution and 200% Company Match on the first 3% that you defer to your 401(k) account
• Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions – Unused time is paid out annually
• Paid Parental Leave – To assist and support new parents with balancing work and family matters
• Onsite Clinic Services – On‑site medical services by licensed providers at no cost to employees
• Education Assistance Programs – Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Assistance options
• Counseling Resources – Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online
• Wellness Resources – A comprehensive, interactive, and personalized wellness program with potential to earn points for awards or gift cards
• Uniforms/Subsidies – Uniform subsidies and/or uniforms are provided for applicable roles, based on job requirements
• Safety Shoes – A subsidy for the annual purchase of OSHA approved safety shoes, based on job requirements
• Employee Assistance Programs – A program to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances

Additional job requirements and responsibilities would be discussed during the interview process.