Sales Engineer Defense

PALFINGER AG; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial machinery manufacturer is seeking a Sales Engineer Defense to develop tailored solutions and collaborate with R&D. Candidates should hold a related bachelor's degree and possess 3-5 years of experience in technical sales. The role offers a salary range of $85,000 to $99,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

401(k) with Company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid Company holidays and Personal Time Off

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a Sales Engineer or Technical Sales role.
• Knowledge of MIL-specs requirements is a strong plus.
• This position must meet export control compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored solutions and system configurations aligning with customer expectations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for proposed solutions.
• Provide technical support to customers and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally

Knowledge of truck upfitting, lifting solutions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

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• Develop tailored solutions and system configurations that align with customer expectations during the proposal phase.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. R&D, Procurement) to ensure the feasibility and accuracy of proposed solutions.
• Provide first-hand technical support to customers and internal stakeholders as needed.
• Build expertise in our product line (knuckle boom crane, Load Handling systems and Forklifts), delivering solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Track industry trends and competitor offerings to help shape sales strategies and product positioning. Participate in future product development projects.
  
  

Your Responsibilities

• Develop tailored solutions and system configurations that align with customer expectations during the proposal phase.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. R&D, Procurement) to ensure the feasibility and accuracy of proposed solutions.
• Provide first-hand technical support to customers and internal stakeholders as needed.
• Build expertise in our product line (knuckle boom crane, Load Handling systems and Forklifts), delivering solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Track industry trends and competitor offerings to help shape sales strategies and product positioning. Participate in future product development projects.
  
  

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3–5 years of experience in a Sales Engineer or Technical Sales role, preferably in the industrial/heavy equipment or defense sector.
• Knowledge of truck upfitting, lifting solutions, or MIL-specs requirements is a strong plus.Experience with CAD tools preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally (approx. 15%, depending on project and project phase).
• This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. - 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
  
  

What We Offer

• Salary range $85,000 to $99,000 + bonus eligible
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability (depending upon state). Wellness program offered
• Paid Company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
• Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.
  
  

This job posting describes the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. The information on this posting is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

PALFINGER is not utilizing any external recruiting agencies for this opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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