Field Technical Sales Engineer - Dewatering & Pumps

Gilder Search Group; Woodland (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer specializing in dewatering and pumping solutions. This role combines deep technical pump knowledge with strong relationship-building to win business among contractors, municipalities, and industrial clients.

The ideal candidate will assess site conditions, recommend the right equipment, and communicate its value clearly, while traveling to active jobsites and supporting projects from initial inquiry to installation.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with dewatering solutions, pumps, or fluid-handling systems.
• Ability to discuss pump applications and equipment requirements confidently with customers.
• Proven success in developing new business and long-term customer relationships.
• Willingness to travel within the assigned territory and visit active jobsites.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow business within an assigned territory through new accounts and expanding existing relationships.
• Identify opportunities in construction dewatering, groundwater control, bypass pumping, water transfer, and temporary pumping systems.
• Meet with customers in the field to understand project conditions, technical requirements, schedules, and operational challenges.
• Recommend appropriate pumps, hoses, piping, fittings, accessories, and supporting equipment based on the application.
• Prepare proposals, pricing, equipment recommendations, and solution presentations.
• Maintain an active pipeline of opportunities and pursue new business throughout the territory.

Skills

Pumps & Dewatering

Technical sales

Field & office work

Relationship building

Job description

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer specializing in dewatering and pumping solutions. This role combines deep technical pump knowledge with strong relationship-building to win business among contractors, municipalities, and industrial clients.

The ideal candidate will assess site conditions, recommend the right equipment, and communicate its value clearly, while traveling to active jobsites and supporting projects from initial inquiry to installation.