Technical Sales Engineer – CNC & Tooling (NW IN / NE IL)

Sandvik AB; Merrillville (IN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Sandvik Coromant is seeking a Sales Engineer / Account Manager for the Northwest Indiana / Northeast Illinois region. You will be the go-to expert, building relationships with customers and delivering Coromant tooling solutions.

The role requires hands-on CNC, CAD/CAM experience, strong negotiation, and travel about 10%. Based in the Southern Chicago area, Merrillville or Valparaiso preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Hands-on experience with CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and cutting tools.
• Proven success in technical sales or customer-facing roles.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel (approx. 10% overnight).

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Deliver the full Coromant product and service offering
• Identify new business opportunities and grow market share
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver total customer solutions
• Use your technical expertise to consult on CNC machining and tooling applications
• Maintain and optimize the sales pipeline using CRM tools to ensure accurate tracking, forecasting, and follow-up on customer engagements

Skills

CNC machining

CAD/CAM

cutting tools

technical sales

customer-facing

negotiation

communication

driver's license

travel readiness

CRM tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Sales Engineer, Northwest IN / Northeast IL

🚀 Join the Future of Manufacturing with Sandvik Coromant!

Position: Sales Engineer / Account Manager for Sales Engineer, Northwest IN / Northeast IL region

Location: The candidate must live in or around the Southern Chicago, Marriville – IN or Valparaiso – IN. The qualified candidate will be responsible for customer sales in Northwest IN/Northeast IL region.

Job ID: R0096973

Are you passionate about cutting-edge manufacturing and building strong customer relationships? Do you thrive in a technical sales environment where innovation meets precision? If so, Sandvik Coromant wants to hear from you!

We’re looking for a customer-focused, results-driven Sales Engineer to join our team in Northwest IN / Northeast IL Region. This is your chance to work with a global leader in tooling solutions and help shape the future of the machining industry.

🌟 What You’ll Do

As a Sales Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert for our customers—understanding their needs, delivering tailored solutions, and driving business growth. You’ll:

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Deliver the full Coromant product and service offering
• Identify new business opportunities and grow market share
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver total customer solutions
• Use your technical expertise to consult on CNC machining and tooling applications
• Maintain and optimize the sales pipeline using CRM tools to ensure accurate tracking, forecasting, and follow-up on customer engagements

🧠 What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who combines technical know-how with strong interpersonal skills:

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Hands-on experience with CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and cutting tools
• Proven success in technical sales or customer-facing roles
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel (approx. 10% overnight)

At Sandvik Coromant, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers with purpose. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, disability, 401(k), and more)
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven culture
• The chance to work with industry-leading technology and global experts
• Real opportunities for career growth and advancement

Sandvik Coromant is the world’s leading supplier of tools, tooling solutions, and know-how to the manufacturing industry. With 8,000 employees in 130 countries, we’re shaping the future of manufacturing through innovation, sustainability, and excellence.

We serve top-tier clients in aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, and general engineering—helping them boost productivity and profitability with our cutting-edge solutions.

Take the next step in your career and join a company that’s engineering the future.

Apply now at www.sandvik.com/careers and search for Job Requisition # R0096973 – Sales Engineer, Northwest IN / Northeast IL region

🤝 Sandvik Coromant is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail].