Field Sales Engineer - Automotive Testing & Measurement

Kistler Group; Michigan; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Generous vacation time

Job summary

Kistler Instrument Corporation is seeking a talented individual to assist in achieving sales goals for their Vehicle Testing business unit. This role involves direct customer interactions to demonstrate Kistler's innovative vehicle testing products and systems.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in an automotive testing environment. The position requires strong communication skills and proficiency in CRM and ERP systems, with up to 40% travel needed for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college/university in an engineering discipline.
• Experience in an automotive test and development environment or a similar technical/sales role is preferred.
• Technical knowledge of automotive R&D sensors and associated electronics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Up to 40% travel required.

Responsibilities

• Understand key customer needs through regular meetings.
• Identify opportunities for sales and new product offerings.
• Schedule customer meetings and product demonstrations.
• Generate quotations and maintain opportunity pipeline in CRM.
• Support the introduction of Kistler products with direct customer support.
• Participate in trade shows and follow up on opportunities.

Skills

Sales development

Technical support

Customer relations

Market analysis

Communication skills

Project initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

ERP systems

CRM systems (SAP)

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Kistler Instrument Corporation is seeking a talented individual to assist in achieving sales goals for their Vehicle Testing business unit. This role involves direct customer interactions to demonstrate Kistler's innovative vehicle testing products and systems.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in an automotive testing environment. The position requires strong communication skills and proficiency in CRM and ERP systems, with up to 40% travel needed for