Sales Engineer

Hirotec; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HIROTEC America is expanding and seeking a motivated Sales Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will work to support development, maintenance, and expansion of client relationships across existing accounts.

You will collaborate with Senior Sales Account Executives to provide market insight related to automotive tooling and engineering services, and help identify new opportunities while coordinating with cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business is required or preferred.
• Knowledge of automation and manufacturing applications is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support communication of project specifications and customer expectations through meetings, documentation, and our work order system.
• Assist Account Executives in reviewing proposals and estimating timelines for completion.
• Participate in customer project line-ups and collaborate with Estimating to clarify proposal requirements.
• Identify, create, and cultivate new and existing customer opportunities.
• Gather and document customer satisfaction feedback.
• Develop and deliver professional presentations on HIROTEC America and capabilities.
• Contribute to marketing activities, including website content, media, and general public relations efforts.
• Collaborate with internal teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Design, Estimating, Project Management, Accounting, R&D, and Training.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Computer literacy

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business

Job description

HIROTEC Americais more than just a global industry leader with worldwide sales in excess of 1.5 billion dollars and 32 facilities in 8 countries. HIROTEC is a company that is constantly changing and growing with its community. We believe there is always room for advancement in every aspect of a business. If it’s not broken, don’t fix it, improve it.

HIROTEC America is expanding and seeking a motivated Sales Engineer to join our growing team.

In this role, you will support the development, maintenance, and expansion of client relationships across existing accounts. Working closely with our Senior Sales Account Executives, you will assist in providing market insight and expertise related to automotive tooling and engineering services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the communication of project specifications and client expectations through meetings, documentation, and our work order system.
• Assist Account Executives in reviewing project proposals and determining estimated timelines for completion.
• Participate in customer project line‑ups and collaborate with the Estimating team to clarify proposal requirements.
• Help identify, create, and cultivate new and existing customer opportunities.
• Gather and document customer satisfaction feedback.
• Develop and deliver professional presentations on HIROTEC America, the HIROTEC Group, and our capabilities.
• Contribute to marketing activities, including website content, media, and general public relations efforts.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Design, Estimating, Project Management, Accounting, R&D, and Training.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business.
• Knowledge of automation and manufacturing applications preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with excellent presentation and computer skills.
• Willingness to travel (domestically and internationally), work weekends as needed, and participate in customer entertainment during and outside business hours.