District Sales Engineer -South Alabama Territory

SEW-EURODRIVE - USA; Forest Home (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Education Assistance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

SEW-EURODRIVE - USA is seeking a District Sales Engineer to drive sales of our industrial automation solutions across the assigned territory. You will establish and maintain relationships with distributors, OEMs, and customers to promote our range of products and services.

The role requires a strong technical background, exceptional communication, and the ability to deliver customer-centric solutions. You will conduct product demonstrations and collaborate with engineering and product teams to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 4-5 years of technical sales experience.
• Proven track record of sales success.
• Professional and businesslike in interactions with customers and suppliers.
• Ability to organize workload to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate precisely and persuasively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets in the territory, using direct and distribution channels.
• Identify and pursue new OEM and distribution opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and customer service to tailor solutions.
• Conduct product demonstrations, technical presentations, and training for customers and partners.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitive offerings.

Skills

Technical sales

Relationship building

Communication

Presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

About The Role

Currently we are seeking a talented District Sales Engineer to drive sales of our industrial automation solutions within the designated geographic territory. In this role, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with all customers, including distribution partners and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), to promote and sell our comprehensive range of automation products and services. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, exceptional relationship building and communication skills, and a passion for delivering customer‑centric solutions.

Pay Range

$55K - $75K annually + commission

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 4-5 years of technical sales experience required.

Skills and Abilities

• 4-5 years of technical sales experience required or a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Demonstrate a record of success.
• Always be businesslike and professional to fellow employees, customers, suppliers, or people who work on behalf of the Company.
• Ability to organize workload for timely accomplishment of work.
• Ability to communicate precisely and persuasively.

Actual Tasks

• Develop and execute sales strategies of all SEW-EURODRIVE products to achieve revenue targets within the assigned geographic territory, leveraging both direct sales and distribution channels.
• Identify and prospect new business opportunities with OEM customers and distribution partners, including manufacturers, system integrators, and engineering firms.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including engineering, product management, and customer service, to develop customized solutions that meet the unique needs of customers.
• Conduct product demonstrations, technical presentations, and training sessions for customers and partners to showcase the features and benefits of our automation solutions.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitive offerings, and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Although we have described above what we are generally looking for, we are very likely missing other attributes and skills that may make you a great fit! Please tell us about your other skills and abilities by applying and listing your additional attributes.

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

Benefits

• 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 (12) 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 401K 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 location medical services by licensed providers at no cost to employees
• Education Assistance Programs - Student Loan Repayment / Tuition Assistance options
• Counseling Resources - Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online
• Wellness Resources - Utilizing a comprehensive, interactive, and personalized wellness program with potential to earn points for awards / 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 - program to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances

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