Field Sales Engineer - Minnesota

Ingersoll Cutting Tools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company phone

Benefits package

401(k) match

Wellness reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Ingersoll Cutting Tool Company seeks a Field Sales Engineer to support and grow our Minnesota region. This field-based role requires daily travel (70–80%) and in-person customer visits to drive sales growth.

A successful candidate will have proven technical sales experience and hands-on machining/CNC programming expertise, with 5+ years in sales or machining. We offer a base salary plus commission, a company vehicle, phone, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in either technical sales or CNC machining/programming.
• Prior sales experience in cutting tool industry is a significant advantage.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Field-based role requiring daily travel (70–80%) throughout the assigned territory.
• In-person customer visits to grow the customer base and drive sales growth.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to apply cutting tools across various materials.

Skills

Technical sales experience

CNC machining experience

CNC programming

Relationship building

Job description

Ingersoll Cutting Tool Company is one of the world’s leading suppliers of metal cutting tooling systems and a member of the IMC Group, a Berkshire Hathaway company, with over 130 subsidiaries in 60 countries worldwide. Our U.S. operations are based in a state-of-the-art manufacturing and marketing campus in Rockford, Illinois. We are currently seeking a Field Sales Engineer to support and grow our customer base in the Minnesota region. You do not need to reside in Minneapolis to be considered for this position.

An ideal candidate will have proven Technical Sales experience that drives business growth and/or strong hands-on machining experience applying cutting tools across a variety of workpiece materials, along with CNC programming experience (manual and CAM systems). A minimum of five (5) years of experience is required in either technical sales or CNC machining/programming. Prior sales experience in cutting tool industry is a significant advantage.

This is a field-based role requiring daily travel (approximately 70–80%) throughout your assigned territory, with a primary focus on in-person customer visits, relationship building, and driving sales growth.

This is an exempt position offering a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, plus a commission structure with strong earning potential. We provide the tools you need to succeed, including a company-issued vehicle with full maintenance program, a company phone, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Successful candidates are self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work both independently and within a team environment. Strong communication skills, a solid work ethic, and a high level of professionalism are essential. Candidates must demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to safety. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Why Ingersoll Cutting Tools:

We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, an excellent 401(k) match, wellness reimbursement, and generous paid time off. We are committed to developing our people and frequently promote from within. Our culture is collaborative, supportive, and focused on long-term success—for both our employees and our customers.