Sales Engineer

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 64,295 - 96,442; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K plans with employer-matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation, sick, and holidays

Job summary

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc. is seeking a Sales Engineer to join their team in Downers Grove, Illinois. This role involves engaging with customers via phone and email to provide technical sales support and solutions tailored to their specifications.

Ideal candidates will possess experience in the metal industry, strong math and technical skills, and a background in sales. The position offers a salary ranging from $64,295.02 to $96,442.52 annually, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of sales experience in the metal industry.
• Print reading required; CAD or drafting experience is a plus.
• Experience with SAP is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and qualify customer-provided documents including prints and CAD files.
• Manage part-specific supply chains to meet customer requirements.
• Estimate material, labor, and delivery options for contract pricing.

Skills

Sales experience in the metal industry

Print reading

CAD or drafting experience

SAP experience

MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Working knowledge of geometry

Strong math skills

Technical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Summary

Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best‑in‑class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality‑focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

Join our team as a Sales Engineer, where you'll engage with customers via phone and email, collaborating with internal and external partners to meet their needs. You'll conduct technical sales briefings and research customer specifications to tailor product solutions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Interpret and qualify customer‑provided documents such as prints, CAD files, and specifications
• Full understanding of tolerances, materials, specifications, and processing options that will guide a robust metal supply chain creation
• Manage part specific supply chains by utilizing internal and external processing assets to meet customer quality and delivery requirements
• Estimate material, labor, and delivery options on a part‑level basis and develop contract pricing templates based on awarded work
• Evaluating sales proposals to ensure they are technically accurate and consistent with the organization's quality standards
• Conducting technical analysis of product configurations to determine customer‑specific prices
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required, Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent preferred
• 1-3 years of sales experience in the metal industry
• Print reading required. CAD or drafting experience a plus
• Experience with SAP is highly preferred
• MS Office software skills required, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience in sales or customer service is an asset
• Working knowledge of geometry, strong math skills, and a technical aptitude

Salary:$64,295.02 - $96,442.52 Annually. A starting salary higher than $64,295.02 annually is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commesnsurate withe the compensation scale.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, sick, and holidays
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Telehealth and Wellness Programs
• Annual or Sales incentive plan where applicable

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, and pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, or any other federal, state or local protected class or artificial barrier.