Technical Sales Engineer - CNC & Machine Tool Industry

Shively Diversified Management Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Shively Diversified Management Services seeks a Technical Sales Engineer to grow business across California in the CNC and machine tool sector. The role blends technical acumen with field-based sales and requires frequent travel to customer sites and events.

You will engage with manufacturers, distributors and engineers to recommend CNC probing, metrology, and process control solutions, driving productivity and accuracy improvements on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in manufacturing sales.
• Strong CNC machining knowledge.
• Ability to develop customer relationships.
• Excellent communication and negotiation.
• Willingness to travel extensively.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with California machine tool manufacturers and distributors.
• Identify opportunities and grow accounts.
• Sell CNC machine tool solutions (probing, metrology, gauging, inspection).
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and leadership to meet customer needs.
• Provide technical product recommendations and help solve manufacturing challenges.
• Explain product applications, capabilities and benefits to customers.
• Monitor industry trends, competitors and market opportunities.
• Prepare sales forecasts, customer reports and territory updates.
• Support product promotions and sales initiatives.
• Represent the company at customer visits and industry events.

Skills

Sales experience

CNC knowledge

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Territory management

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelors in Eng

Tools

CNC programming

PLC familiarity

Electrical schematics

Job description

Technical Sales Engineer – CNC & Machine Tool Industry

Location: California (Field-Based)
Compensation: $100,000–$130,000/year, based on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Person / Territory Travel

Have a background in CNC machining or machine tools and know how to turn technical knowledge into sales?

We're looking for an experienced Technical Sales Engineer to grow business across California for a well-established global manufacturer of advanced measurement, inspection, and process control solutions.

This is an opportunity for someone who understands the manufacturing floor, knows the CNC and machine tool industry, and enjoys working directly with customers to find solutions that improve machining accuracy, productivity, and overall manufacturing performance.

You'll work with manufacturers, machine tool builders, distributors, engineers, and other industry professionals, building relationships and helping customers identify the right technology for their operations.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Develop and maintain relationships with machine tool manufacturers, distributors, and industrial customers throughout California.
• Identify new business opportunities and grow existing accounts.
• Sell technical solutions involving CNC machine tool probing, precision measurement, gauging, inspection, monitoring, and process control systems.
• Work directly with engineers, manufacturing managers, technical teams, and company leadership to understand customer needs.
• Provide technical product recommendations and help customers identify solutions to manufacturing challenges.
• Explain product applications, capabilities, and benefits to prospective and existing customers.
• Monitor industry trends, competitors, and market opportunities.
• Prepare sales forecasts, customer reports, and territory updates.
• Support product promotions and sales initiatives.
• Represent the company at customer visits and industry-related events.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate has a combination of technical manufacturing knowledge and proven sales experience.

Required Experience

• 5–7 years of sales experience in manufacturing, industrial equipment, CNC machinery, or a related industry.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining and the machine tool industry.
• Proven ability to develop customer relationships and generate new business.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to understand customer applications and recommend technical solutions.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage a territory independently.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout the assigned territory.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Additional Experience That Would Be a Plus

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Previous experience with CNC programming.
• Familiarity with PLCs, electrical schematics, and CNC machine controls.
• Experience selling machine tool probing, gauging, metrology, automation, or manufacturing technology.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual compensation range of $100,000–$130,000, based on experience.
• Company vehicle.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Short-term disability coverage.
• Opportunity to work with an internationally recognized technology leader.
• Long-term professional growth and career development opportunities.

Ready for Your Next Opportunity?

If you have experience in CNC, machine tools, or industrial manufacturing sales and enjoy helping customers solve technical challenges, we’d like to hear from you!