Sales Engineer

MRA Recruiting Services; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Components Express in Woodridge, IL seeks a Sales Engineer to bridge technical expertise with customer needs, designing and proposing cable and harness solutions while supporting the product lifecycle from concept to delivery. You will collaborate with engineering, production, and sales teams to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness, read drawings, and respond to RFQs with technical proposals.

A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and experience with cable assemblies are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with cable assemblies or electromechanical products preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and propose improvements to cable and harness assembly solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and sales to support product lifecycle.
• Evaluate feasibility and ensure resources for manufacturing.
• Assist with RFQs, quotes, and technical proposals.
• Support customers with technical issues and resolutions.
• Review drawings, BOMs, and component selections.

Skills

Customer-facing communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Technical understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD (Autodesk Inventor)

Job description

About Components Express

Components Express is a trusted provider and a leading manufacturer of Camera-Link Cables and related cable assemblies serving the Machine Vision Industry. We partner with customers across industries to deliver reliable, innovative products—supported by strong technical expertise and a collaborative, customer-focused culture.

Company Name:

Components Express

Job Title:

Sales Engineer

Location:

Woodridge, IL (On-Site)

About Components Express

Components Express is a trusted provider and a leading manufacturer of Camera-Link Cables and related cable assemblies serving the Machine Vision Industry. We partner with customers across industries to deliver reliable, innovative products—supported by strong technical expertise and a collaborative, customer-focused culture.

About The Role

The Sales Engineer plays a key role in bridging technical expertise with customer needs, supporting the development and delivery of cable and harness solutions. This position is responsible for working with customers and internal teams to develop designs, propose improvements, and ensure successful execution throughout the product lifecycle. This role requires strong collaboration across engineering, sales, purchasing, and production teams to ensure products are manufacturable, cost-effective, and meet customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and propose improvements to cable and harness assembly solutions
• Support and help oversee the product lifecycle, from concept through production and delivery
• Evaluate project feasibility and ensure all resources are in place for successful manufacturing
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, production, purchasing, and sales teams
• Assist with RFQs, quoting, and technical proposals
• Handle and resolve customer issues and complaints from a technical perspective
• Review and support creation of engineering drawings, assemblies, and bills of materials (BOMs)
• Recommend appropriate materials, connectors, contacts, and cable components
• Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal capabilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent technical experience)
• Experience with cable assemblies, wire harnesses, or electromechanical products preferred
• Understanding of manufacturing processes (metal, plastics, or industrial environments)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Experience with CAD systems such as Autodesk Inventor or similar is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on practical, cost-effective solutions
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work directly with customers and internal teams

Why Join Components Express?

• Opportunity to work on custom, application-driven projects
• High visibility role with impact across sales, engineering, and operations
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Growing company with strong customer relationships and industry presence
• Competitive compensation and growth opportunities