Growth Sales Engineer – Automotive & Industrial (MI)

Oetiker; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Oetiker in Michigan is seeking a Sales Engineer to drive sales growth across the state, with a focus on Clamps and Rings used in automotive and industrial applications. The role requires building strong customer relationships and leveraging a 360° sales approach.

You will travel about 50% to engage prospects, support existing customers, and expand business with automotive and industrial manufacturing accounts, including thermal management and drivetrain components.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sales processes, sales principles, and applicable industries.
• Knowledge of internal support processes, quality management systems/principals, and how to apply them.
• Detailed knowledge of Oetiker products, applications, and assembly solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to build lasting business relationships.
• Mechanical and commercial aptitude
• Proven ability to learn.
• Ability to work with the highest levels of integrity and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and manage customer relationships throughout Michigan.
• Protect, grow, and support sales for assigned regional and national customers.
• Develop new business through customer prospecting, opportunity identification, and relationship management using the 360° sales approach.
• Grow the Clamps and Rings business within the Automotive and Industrial Manufacturing markets, focusing on applications such as Thermal Management, Driveshaft, Steering, and Air Intake systems.
• Manage sales opportunities, forecasts, and customer activities using established CRM and sales management systems.
• Support customer complaints, provide technical field service, and coordinate resolutions with internal teams.
• Partner with Key Account Managers and local production facilities to support strategic customer initiatives.
• Effectively manage time, travel, resources, and professional development to maximize sales performance.
• Travel approximately 50% to support customers, develop new business, and strengthen relationships throughout Michigan.

Skills

Sales processes

Communication

Customer relationships

Mechanical aptitude

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Joining 'TeamOetiker' means connecting with over 2,000 people in 32 countries and at 13 manufacturing sites. We are the leading provider of high-end connecting solutions for automotive and industrial applications. Our clamps, rings, straps and quick connectors can be found on virtually every car in the world and in millions of home plumbing systems and appliances. We are a privately owned, family-run business, with a long-term perspective and a focus on sustainable business success. Sound like a place where you want to be? Connect with us!

Job Description

Sales Engineer – Michigan

Responsible for driving sales growth throughout Michigan. Primary market focus includes Plumbing, Data Centers, Medical, Agriculture, Automotive, and Industrial Manufacturing, with approximately 50% travel required.

This position is responsible for growing and developing the Clamps and Rings business, with a strong emphasis on automotive applications, including Thermal Management, Driveshaft, Steering, and Air Intake systems, while also supporting industrial manufacturing customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive sales growth and manage customer relationships throughout Michigan.
• Protect, grow, and support sales for assigned regional and national customers.
• Develop new business through customer prospecting, opportunity identification, and relationship management using the 360° sales approach.
• Grow the Clamps and Rings business within the Automotive and Industrial Manufacturing markets, focusing on applications such as Thermal Management, Driveshaft, Steering, and Air Intake systems.
• Manage sales opportunities, forecasts, and customer activities using established CRM and sales management systems.
• Support customer complaints, provide technical field service, and coordinate resolutions with internal teams.
• Partner with Key Account Managers and local production facilities to support strategic customer initiatives.
• Effectively manage time, travel, resources, and professional development to maximize sales performance.
• Travel approximately 50% to support customers, develop new business, and strengthen relationships throughout Michigan.

Qualifications

Predominant Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of sales processes, sales principles, and applicable industries.
• Knowledge of internal support processes, quality management systems/principals, and how to apply them.
• Detailed knowledge of Oetiker products, applications, and assembly solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to build lasting business relationships.
• Mechanical and commercial aptitude
• Proven ability to learn.
• Ability to work with the highest levels of integrity and compliance.

Education
Bachelor level degree in Engineering or other field supplemented with relevant technical experience

Additional Information

At Oetiker, we don’t just sell parts — we engineer confidence. With decades of experience and a reputation for quality, we serve global markets in automotive, industrial, and medical sectors. Our Troy facility plays a key role in delivering both exceptional products and customer support.

We offer:

• A leadership role with global visibility and local impact
• Hands-on training with innovative tools and systems
• A collaborative, stable, and technically driven work environment
• Competitive compensation and full benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth in a global organization

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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