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Diehl Tool Steel; United States; Remote; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tool steel manufacturer is expanding its Hot Work Tooling division and seeks a National Technical Sales Engineer. This remote role involves building relationships with OEMs and delivering consultative solutions. Candidates should possess deep technical knowledge of Hot Work Tool Steels and strong communication skills. Collaboration with global engineering teams is key, alongside a consultative mindset. Join a growth-oriented team fueled by innovation from a respected parent company.

Qualifications

• Experience engaging with customers from engineers to executives.
• Hands-on understanding of tooling, heat treatment, and failure modes.
• Ability and willingness to learn the sales side.
• Consultative mindset and willingness to learn the sales side.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with OEMs, tool shops, and Tier 1 suppliers.
• Deliver consultative, value-based solutions — not commodity sales.
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events.
• Partner with global engineering teams to support customer education.

Skills

Deep technical knowledge of Hot Work Tool Steels (H13)

Strong communication skills

Consultative mindset

Communication

Job description

Location: Remote / Nationwide (Midwest preferred) | Travel: 50–70%

Diehl Tool Steel, a Hitachi Metals company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a trusted national leader in precision‑ground flat stock and specialty tool steels. For over 75 years, we’ve helped manufacturers across North America improve productivity and precision through innovative materials, expert service, and a commitment to engineering excellence.

The Opportunity

We’re expanding our Hot Work Tooling division and looking for a National Technical Sales Engineer who understands the materials, the applications, and the customers behind them. Whether you’re a metallurgist, tooling engineer, or applications specialist ready to make a bigger impact, this could be your next move.

This role offers autonomy, travel flexibility, and the chance to directly influence a key growth initiative within a respected, technically driven organization.

What You’ll Do

• Build and manage relationships with OEMs, tool shops, and Tier 1 suppliers
• Deliver consultative, value‑based solutions — not commodity sales
• Represent Diehl at trade shows (FABTECH, NADCA, PMA) and industry events
• Partner with global engineering teams to support customer education

What You’ll Bring

• Deep technical knowledge of Hot Work Tool Steels (H13)
• Hands‑on understanding of tooling, heat treatment, and failure modes
• Curiosity and comfort engaging with customers, from engineers to executives
• A consultative mindset and willingness to learn the sales side
• Strong communication and relationship skills

Bonus points if you’ve worked with Tier 1 suppliers, NADCA, or PMA — or if you’ve ever helped solve a tooling problem that made a customer’s day.

Why Join Us

You’ll join a collaborative, growth‑oriented team backed by the innovation and stability of Hitachi Metals. If you’re technically skilled, relationship‑focused, and ready to lead the next phase of Diehl’s Hot Work expansion, we’d love to hear from you.