Regional Engineer, Hydraulic and Pneumatic

Purvis Industries; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Purvis Industries in Dallas, Texas, is looking for an experienced Application Sales Engineer to lead efforts in hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power. The role includes direct sales, technical advising, and support to customers and internal teams. Candidates should have a B.S. in Engineering or Mechatronics, five years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of fluid power systems. This full-time position requires strong communication skills and involves up to 50% domestic travel. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience with hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Participate in sales efforts to close orders.
• Coordinate fluid power sales with various Branches and Regional Managers.
• Provide technical training for customers about hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power.

Skills

Hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power knowledge

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

B.S. in Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

AutoCAD

Solidworks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Purvis Industries is a leading distributor of bearing, mechanical power transmission, electrical, fluid power, industrial products, and conveyor systems. We seek a sales-focused product and application expert to lead our Hydraulic and Pneumatic fluid power efforts. Purvis is more than just a distributor – we have in-house engineering, service, and contractor resources that give our team the capabilities to take care of the customer with a single call. We have a great team and provide our team members with challenging and fun opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. Our customer base includes such diverse industries as oil & gas, aggregate, cement, food & beverage, mining, and many more.

The Hydraulic and Pneumatic fluid power Application Sales Engineer will work with our field sales personnel to grow our sales in hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems at new and existing customers. They will accomplish this through direct sales calls throughout the assigned Purvis geographical area and via electronic means (Teams, phone, video chat). They will assist with new applications (sizing, specifying, and designing) as well as existing applications (troubleshooting, repair, or replacement). Additionally, they will support our internal engineering design teams to assist in designing and applying hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power.

The day-to-day work of the Application Sales Engineer involves meeting with customers and/or team members, providing technical advice and assistance on product selection and sizing, creating proposals or assisting in proposals with suppliers and team members, providing training to customers and team members, and assisting with product-specific marketing such as eCommerce.

Responsibilities

• Directly participate in sales efforts to close orders
• Coordinate fluid power sales and systems with various Branches and Regional Managers
• Identify target accounts and prospects
• Work with the marketing team to produce marketing materials and events promoting fluid power
• Provide marketing suggestions for social media posts and other digital content
• Utilize AutoCAD, Solidworks, and manufacturer-provided software
• Provide advanced-level technical application support via phone, video conference, or in person
• Stay current on new products and technologies and educate Customers and Purvis Team Members about these new developments
• Determine final disposition of warranty claims and work with suppliers to resolve difficult cases
• Produce and present technical training for Customers and Purvis Team Members about hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power

Other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power, engineering principles, and creative problem solving
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Proficiencies: Microsoft Office, Teams
• Good driving record

Education & Experience

• Prefer a B.S. in Engineering or Mechatronics or equivalent experience
• Five (5) years of hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power

Job Type

Full time, 8-hour days M-F

Travel

Up to 50% domestic

Benefits Available

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance

Equal Opportunity

Purvis Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug free workplace.