Sales Engineer

Onward Technologies Inc; Detroit (MI); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Engineer to drive growth in the automotive sector. This role involves networking with customers, providing engineering support, and leveraging commercial acumen to identify new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a passion for innovative solutions, working closely with both customers and engineering teams. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a team that is shaping the future of automotive technology.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in technical sales with automotive OEMs.
• Strong understanding of the automotive industry and trends.

Responsibilities

• Prospecting new customers and applications in the automotive market.
• Act as the face of the company at customer sites, providing engineering support.
• Identify opportunities aligned with industry expertise in fluid flow and motion control.

Skills

Technical Sales

Communication Skills

Engineering Support

Commercial Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Sales Engineer

Location

Detroit, Michigan (Remote)

Responsibilities

1. Prospecting new customers and applications: To support our client's aggressive growth in the automotive market, the candidate will network with existing customers and penetrate new ones. The goal is to identify new opportunities for existing products, explore new applications, and develop new products. The role involves extensive customer visits, focusing on engineering, as our products are highly engineered and custom-designed for specific applications.

1. Engineering Support: Act as the face of the company at customer sites, providing engineering support as needed. Serve as a technical conduit between the customer and the engineering team, understanding technical needs and communicating solutions effectively.

1. Commercial Acumen: Possess the ability to identify opportunities aligned with industry expertise in fluid flow, electromagnetics, and motion control. Collaborate with technical experts, purchasing, and business analysts to introduce globally competitive, highly engineered solutions and secure new business awards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in technical sales/applications with automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, focusing on custom, highly engineered products
• Strong understanding of the automotive industry and technological trends
• Experience with highly engineered products used in ICE, hybrid, or EV powertrains is helpful
• Excellent communication skills for presentations and discussions

Additional Information

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Onward Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.