Sales Engineer

Marten Machining; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Comprehensive benefits package

Climate controlled environment

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Portage, Michigan is looking for a Sales Engineer to assist in processing sales opportunities and communicating pricing to customers. The role involves collaboration with various departments including Production and Quality to ensure sales orders are fulfilled accurately. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of manufacturing processes. This position offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes and machining technology.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process sales opportunities and quote requests.
• Create sales estimates and communicate pricing to customers.
• Coordinate sales orders and collaborate with various departments.
• Lead process research and coordinate communication across teams.

Skills

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Resource management skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Proficiency in ERP

Proficiency in Microsoft Programs

Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat

Proficiency in CAD software

Education

Technical Diploma, Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree in engineering or manufacturing

Job description

As a Sales Engineer, you will work alongside the Sales Manager to process sales opportunities and quote requests. You'll create sales estimates, communicate pricing information to customers, and coordinate sales orders. Through frequent collaboration with Production, Quality, and Business Administration departments, you'll gain deep insight into Marten Machining's manufacturing capabilities while developing high-level knowledge of advanced manufacturing.

What You'll Do

You will be a frontline participant in the revenue generation process, matching customer requirements and expectations to the right fit of Marten Machining’s manufacturing capabilities—all while meeting the organization's business goals.

As a Sales Engineer, you'll lead process research activities, reaching out to vendors to understand manufacturing and material requirements and defining the best methods to achieve optimal results.

When problems arise or customers change requirements, you'll take a hands‑on approach—coordinating communication across teams and ensuring no details get missed.

What we are seeking

• Technical Diploma, Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in a related engineering or manufacturing field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experienced organizational, planning, and resource management skills.
• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes, machining technology, and metrology applications.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills at an individual and group level.
• Proficiency in using computers and software in daily job functions, (ERP, Microsoft Programs, Adobe Acrobat, and CAD software).

What we offer

• Manufacturing environment engaged inresearch and development
• Portage County Business Park location
• Climate controlled, organized, and clean environment
• Work hours are M - F, day shift.

Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package