Sales Engineer

Oetiker Group; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global visibility

Hands-on training

Collaborative environment

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Oetiker Group is seeking a field sales leader for the West Coast to drive growth across plumbing, data centers, medical, and agricultural industries. The role involves 50%+ travel and expansion of the Metallic Quick Connector business in Automotive and Industrial Manufacturing segments.

Responsibilities include protecting and growing regional customer bases, prospecting new clients, and supporting key accounts at local production locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience with sales processes and ability to manage accounts.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Protects, grows, and supports sales for assigned regional customers.
• Prospect new customers and manage relationships using 360° approach.
• Manage opportunities using established regional systems.
• Support customer issues and provide field service.
• Support key accounts at local production locations.
• Efficiently manage time, resources, and learning.

Skills

Sales processes

Account management

Prospecting

Relationship management

Communication

Integrity/compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Learning ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Joining 'TeamOetiker' means connecting with over 2,000 people in 32 countries and at 13 manufacturing sites. We are the leading provider of high-end connecting solutions for automotive and industrial applications. Our clamps, rings, straps and quick connectors can be found on virtually every car in the world and in millions of home plumbing systems and appliances. We are a privately owned, family-run business, with a long‑term perspective and a focus on sustainable business success. Sound like a place where you want to be? Connect with us!

Job Description

Responsible for sales growth across entire West Coast with specific industries to include plumbing, data centers, medical and agricultural. Position will also grow and develop sales for our Metallic Quick Connector business in Automotive and Industrial Manufacturing segments. Position will require 50%+ travel throughout West Coast.

• Protects, grows, and supports sales for assigned regional customers.
• Conducts new customer prospecting, opportunity generation, and relationship management using the 360° approach.
• Manages sales opportunities and activities using established systems for regional.
• Supports customer complaints and provides field service/support.
• Supports key account teams at local production locations.
• Manages time, resources, and learning effectively.

Qualifications

Predominant Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of sales processes, sales principles, and applicable industries.
• Knowledge of internal support processes, quality management systems/principals, and how to apply them.
• Detailed knowledge of Oetiker products, applications, and assembly solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to build lasting business relationships.
• Mechanical and commercial aptitude
• Proven ability to learn.
• Ability to work with the highest levels of integrity and compliance.

Education

Bachelor level degree in Engineering or other field supplemented with relevant technical experience

Additional Information

At Oetiker, we don't just sell parts - we engineer confidence. With decades of experience and a reputation for quality, we serve global markets in automotive, industrial, and medical sectors. Our Marlette facility plays a key role in delivering both exceptional products and customer support.

We offer:

• A leadership role with global visibility and local impact
• Hands‑on training with innovative tools and systems
• A collaborative, stable, and technically driven work environment
• Competitive compensation and full benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth in a global organization

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.