Sales Engineer

Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Career growth

Job summary

In-Place Machining Company is seeking a hands-on Sales Engineer who thrives at the intersection of engineering and business. You’ll work directly with customers to understand challenges and turn technical insights into practical, field-ready solutions across diverse industries.

Join a collaboration-focused team, develop quotes and scopes, present IPM’s capabilities on-site, and travel up to 40% to build long-term customer relationships while growing your career in industrial services.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, field service, machining, industrial maintenance, or technical sales.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (GD&T preferred).
• Excellent communication skills with a customer-first mindset.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and CAM software.

Responsibilities

• Partner with customers to understand challenges and deliver tailored engineering solutions.
• Develop quotes, estimates, and technical scopes of work that win business.
• Showcase IPM’s capabilities and value through presentations and on-site visits.
• Review drawings, assess job sites, and identify new opportunities for growth.
• Build long-term relationships with customers across diverse industries.
• Collaborate with engineering, field operations, and marketing to expand market reach.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Customer-focused

Excellent communication skills

Reading engineering drawings (GD&T)

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office 365 proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred

Equivalent hands-on experience or certifications

Tools

SolidWorks

CAM software

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Description

Drive Solutions. Build Relationships. Make an Impact.

Description

Drive Solutions. Build Relationships. Make an Impact.

In-Place Machining Company (IPM) is looking for a hands-on, customer-focused Sales Engineer who thrives at the intersection of engineering and business. If you enjoy solving complex mechanical challenges, working directly with customers, and turning technical expertise into real-world solutions—this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact.

Requirements

What You’ll Do

• Partner with customers to understand challenges and deliver tailored engineering solutions
• Develop quotes, estimates, and technical scopes of work that win business
• Showcase IPM’s capabilities and value through presentations and on-site visits
• Review drawings, assess job sites, and identify new opportunities for growth
• Build long-term relationships with customers across diverse industries
• Collaborate with engineering, field operations, and marketing to expand market reach

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, field service, machining, industrial maintenance, or technical sales
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a passion for problem-solving
• Excellent communication skills with a customer-first mindset
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (GD&T preferred)
• Experience with SolidWorks and CAM software
• Highly organized, accountable, and driven to follow through
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Equivalent hands-on experience, technical training, or certifications will be considered

Why IPM?

• Work on unique, real-world projects across a wide range of industries
• Combine engineering expertise with customer-facing impact
• Grow your career with a leader in industrial services
• Be part of a collaborative, safety-focused, high-performance team

What to Expect

• Up to 40% travel (domestic & international)
• Valid driver’s license required

Compensation & Benefits

We invest in our people—because your work matters.

• Competitive pay that reflects your skills and contributions
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(K) with long-term financial support
• Additional benefits and perks designed to support your career and lifestyle

Ready to take your engineering career beyond the desk—and into the field, the customer space, and real business impact?