Technical Sales Engineer CNC

J&T Business Consulting; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Career development training

Job summary

J&T Business Consulting in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a technically proficient and customer-focused Technical Sales Engineer to develop engineered solutions, proposals, and quotations for advanced CNC machine tools and automation systems in Schaumburg, IL.

Responsibilities include generating detailed technical proposals, supporting pre-sales with regional managers and distributors, and ensuring profitability through pricing analysis.

Qualifications

• Background in technical sales support, proposal development, or application engineering within machine tools or industrial automation.
• Solid knowledge of CNC machining centers, turning centers, and automation solutions.
• Experience developing layouts and conceptual drawings using AutoCAD or similar CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed technical proposals and cost estimates for CNC machines and automation systems.
• Support pre-sales with RSMs and distributors to assess customer specs and recommend configurations.
• Analyze dealer pricing, margins, and gross profit to maintain competitiveness.
• Create 2D layouts and conceptual drawings using AutoCAD/3D CAD.
• Standardize quote templates, option matrices, and pricing calculators.
• Provide dealer and customer technical support and conduct project reviews.

Skills

Technical sales acumen

Cross-functional collaboration

Commercial sense

Communication skills

CAD layout ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

3D CAD software

Job description

Schaumburg, United States | Posted on 08/28/2026

Salary Range

$90,000 – $110,000 / year (dependent on experience)

About the Role

Seeking a technically proficient and customer-focused Technical Sales Engineer to develop engineered solutions, comprehensive proposals, and accurate quotations for advanced CNC machine tools and automation systems in Schaumburg, IL.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Quotation Development: Build detailed, accurate technical proposals and cost estimates for CNC machining centers, turning centers, multi-axis machinery, and integrated automation systems.
• Pre-Sales Engineering Support: Partner with Regional Sales Managers (RSMs), Key Account Managers, and distributor networks to evaluate customer manufacturing specifications and recommend optimal machine/option configurations.
• Financial & Pricing Analysis: Maintain deep working knowledge of dealer net pricing, discounting structures, margins, and gross profit (GP) metrics to ensure commercial competitiveness and profitability.
• Layout & Conceptual Design: Produce 2D machine layouts, floor plans, and conceptual installation drawings using AutoCAD and 3D CAD modeling software.
• Process Standardization: Maintain and enhance standardized quote templates, option matrices, pricing calculators, and technical libraries to streamline quoting efficiency.
• Dealer & Customer Technical Support: Conduct project-specific technical reviews, deliver presentations to dealer networks, and assist with option configurations and sales order audits.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Participate in weekly sales pipeline reviews, communicate customer technical requirements and delivery schedules to manufacturing plants, and coordinate with tooling/workholding suppliers.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Technical & Sales Acumen: Demonstrated background in technical sales support, proposal development, or application engineering within the machine tool, manufacturing equipment, or industrial automation sectors.
• Machine Tool Knowledge: Solid working familiarity with CNC machine tools (lathes, mills, 5-axis centers), cutting tool technologies, workholding systems, and automation solutions.
• CAD Proficiency: Practical ability to develop technical floor layouts and conceptual equipment drawings using AutoCAD or equivalent 3D CAD platforms.
• Commercial Acumen: Understanding of industrial sales pricing models, margins, cost estimating, and dealer distribution networks.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills to work seamlessly across sales, engineering, product management, and external vendor teams.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related technical/business discipline.
• Hands‑on experience with CNC programming, machine setups, or tooling selection.
• Experience interfacing directly with machine tool distribution networks and commercial manufacturing customers.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary ($90K – $110K based on experience)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid company holidays
• Ongoing career advancement and specialized technical training opportunities

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.