Sales Engineer

Allied Automation, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Car allowance

Job summary

A leading industrial automation firm located in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking a Sales Engineer to develop and maintain strong customer relationships. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, strong technical sales experience, and the ability to consult on product applications. The position offers a competitive salary based on experience, sales commissions, and comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) and car allowance.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in sales or business development.
• Strong knowledge of industrial controls and machine applications.
• Ability to develop a customer base and generate sales.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with key customers.
• Consult on applications in primary product areas.
• Document sales opportunities efficiently.

Skills

Technical sales

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Customer relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical, industrial technology

Job description

Overview

Sales Engineer / Technical Sales / Industrial Automation / Manufacturing position based in Fort Wayne, IN and surrounding counties. Allied Automation, Inc. is a full-service technology distributor that partners with brands like Mitsubishi and Universal Robots to provide solution-based industrial automation offerings. Since 1981, Allied has focused on training and developing engineers to meet customer needs with robust automation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and develop contact with key and target customers to establish strong relationships.
• Develop knowledge in the primary product areas, including Robotics, PLC, HMI, Servos/Motion Control, Safety Devices, Sensors, and Networking.
• Consult on applications with customers in the primary product areas.
• Document sales opportunities and coordinate required sales activities between other regions and management using PC-based software.
• Travel – occasional domestic travel may be required for training.
• Develop and support sales strategies and objectives to expand market share in the region.
• Monitor progress toward goals and adjust as needed to reach objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical, industrial technology, or experience in technical sales, with 3-5 years of experience in sales or business development.
• Strong knowledge of industrial controls and machine applications in the Fort Wayne area.
• Awareness of the Industrial Automation Market, including end-user specifications.
• Able to develop a customer base and generate sales to meet goals.
• Strong negotiating, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to conduct technical and sales presentations to key clients.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of follow-through.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience plus sales commissions/bonus. Earning potential up to $200K. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, vacation, holidays, 401(k), car allowance of $500, plus mileage.

Location

Fort Wayne, IN

How to apply

To apply, please forward your resume to [e-mail]

For additional information: https://www.allied-automation.com/