Sales Engineer: Machining & Fabrication Solutions

Padnos; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

100% Tuition reimbursement for Team M​

75% Tuition Reimbursement for depend‑*

First Time Home Buying Assistance

401K Match and Profit Sharing

Performance Driven Bonuses

Job summary

PADNOS, a full-service recycling company, seeks a Sales Engineer to bridge engineering and external customers. You will grow external sales of precision machining, fabrication, repair, and engineered equipment solutions from the PLI shop, managing about $2M in annual accounts and supporting $500K+ in vendor parts while coordinating with internal teams.

You’ll collaborate with Engineering, Production, Purchasing and Operations to deliver on time, on budget, and to specification, expanding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering or related field.
• 3–7 years in technical/industrial B2B sales, applications engineering, or engineering/project management.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Proven negotiation and consultative-selling skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly within the territory.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new business for machining, fabrication, and heavy equipment repair.
• Develop a portfolio of accounts targeting West Michigan and manage proposals and contracts.
• Provide technical guidance on materials, machining, and fabrication methods.
• Coordinate handoff from sales to production to ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Stay current on market trends and use feedback to refine sales strategy.
• Maintain CRM records, pipelines, and forecasts; report to leadership.
• Ensure safety compliance in all site visits and jobs.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Negotiation & consultative selling

Verbal & written communication

CRM systems proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ERP software

Job description

PADNOS, a full-service recycling company, seeks a Sales Engineer to bridge engineering and external customers. You will grow external sales of precision machining, fabrication, repair, and engineered equipment solutions from the PLI shop, managing about $2M in annual accounts and supporting $500K+ in vendor parts while coordinating with internal teams.

You’ll collaborate with Engineering, Production, Purchasing and Operations to deliver on time, on budget, and to specification, expanding