Sales Engineer

Atlas Copco North America LLC; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 52,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks a Sales Engineer to enhance industrial processes through advanced vacuum technology. This role involves collaborating with engineers, promoting product upgrades, and providing technical support. With a focus on industries like automotive and energy, you will balance remote work with on-site visits, ensuring clients are informed about the latest advancements. Join a team that values personal development and offers competitive benefits in a dynamic work environment. If you're a quick learner with a passion for technology and customer engagement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Personal development opportunities

Innovative culture

Safety standards

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or science required.
• Experience in customer-facing roles and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Educate clients on vacuum technology and promote equipment upgrades.
• Balance home office work and on-site visits to educate engineers.

Skills

Engineering/science degree

Customer-facing experience

Technical knowledge

Problem-solving skills

PC skills (MS Office)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Technical equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sales Engineer

Location: Indiana or Michigan

Company: Leybold USA Inc

Date of posting: Apr 24, 2025

Mission/Purpose of the Job

At Leybold Vacuum, part of the Atlas Copco Group, we believe there is always a better way. We strive to provide leading-edge technology, innovative and sustainable products, and top-notch service worldwide. Our people make it happen in a collaborative, inclusive, and flexible environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. This key position involves working with applications engineers to design and promote Leybold equipment, helping industrial clients enhance their process efficiencies. You will serve as the primary customer-facing liaison, educating companies about vacuum technology advancements to upgrade their production processes.

Main Responsibilities

1. Balance time between home office and on-site visits to advanced factories, educating engineers and management on vacuum technology.
2. Promote products by designing and proposing equipment upgrades within assigned regions, focusing on industries like metallurgy, energy, food production, automotive, and high-tech ceramics.
3. Develop and execute strategies to expand business in your geographic area, including current and new clients.
4. Provide excellent technical support and product advice to customers.
5. Participate in trade shows, seminars, and training to stay informed on industry trends and competitors.
6. Maintain company property including vehicles, equipment, and demo products.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work involves exposure to mechanical parts, outdoor conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and occasional high or hazardous places. Noise levels are usually loud.
• Requires sitting, standing, walking, climbing, and communication skills. Lifting up to 25 pounds regularly, with occasional heavier lifts.
• This is a remote position with 50% travel, often overnight.

Scope of the Job

• Domestic geographic scope.
• No direct reports.

Skills, Knowledge, and Education

• Engineering/science degree or technical equivalent.
• Experience in customer-facing roles, excellent communication, technical knowledge, problem-solving, and PC skills (MS Office).

Other Requirements

• High energy, curiosity, quick learner, ability to work independently, mechanical and vacuum system knowledge is a plus.
• Valid Driver's License required. Military veterans encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• Innovative culture, personal development, safety standards, and competitive benefits including salary range of $52,822 - $115,920 depending on location.

LEYBOLD USA INC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Veterans.