Sales Engineer Role RecruitmentAggregate Mining Industry

Kimmel & Associates; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total compensation package

Performance-based incentive plan

Company vehicle

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates is looking for a highly motivated Sales Engineer to support customers in the aggregate and mining industry. This role combines technical expertise, consultative selling, and field-based customer support.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably with a focus on Mechanical or Mining Engineering, and 3–10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include serving as a technical advisor, developing customer relationships, and providing solutions to enhance productivity.

This position requires approximately 50% travel, including overnight visits, and a commitment to safety in industrial environments.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of experience in aggregates, mining, or heavy industrial equipment.
• Mechanical or Mining Engineering background preferred.
• Strong understanding of process equipment and material flow.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to management teams.
• Support applications involving crushing and screening systems.
• Evaluate customer operations and recommend improvement solutions.

Skills

Technical expertise

Consultative selling

Customer support

Operational analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience

Tools

Crushing systems

Screening systems

Material handling equipment

Job description

About the Position

The company is seeking a highly motivated Sales Engineer to support customers throughout the aggregate and mining industry. This role combines technical expertise, consultative selling, and field-based customer support.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in quarry, mining, and processing environments while serving as a trusted technical resource for customers. You will help identify opportunities for operational improvements, recommend equipment and process solutions, and support customers in achieving production and profitability goals.

This is a regional territory-based role requiring approximately 50% travel, including overnight travel several nights per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to quarry, mine, and plant management teams.
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships through regular site visits and operational reviews.
• Support applications involving:
  • Crushing systems
  • Screening systems
  • Washing systems
  • Wear parts and wear materials
  • Material handling equipment
  • Process optimization initiatives
• Evaluate customer operations and recommend solutions that improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
• Collaborate with internal application engineers, OEM partners, and technical resources to develop customer solutions.
• Balance sales growth objectives with long-term customer success and operational performance.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety and professionalism in industrial environments.
• Manage territory opportunities, customer development plans, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with equipment operators, maintenance personnel, plant managers, and ownership teams.

Travel Expectations

• Approximately 50% travel throughout the assigned territory.
• Typical schedule includes 2–3 overnight stays per week.
• Early morning customer visits and flexible scheduling based on operational needs.
• Frequent work in outdoor, industrial, and safety-sensitive environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical industry experience.
• Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related technical background preferred.
• 3–10 years of experience within:
  • Aggregates
  • Mining
  • Heavy industrial equipment
  • Material processing industries
• Strong understanding of:
  • Crushers
  • Screens
  • Conveyors
  • Material flow
  • Process equipment
  • Wear materials and wear components
• Ability to analyze operational challenges and provide practical technical solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package ranging from $110,000–$200,000

• Base salary representing approximately 60–70% of total earnings

• Performance-based incentive plan tied to:
  • Territory growth
  • Profitability and margins
  • Strategic objectives
  • Customer relationship development
• Company vehicle
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career development and advancement opportunities