Technical Sales Engineer - Particle Reduction

HireSource Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in engineered solutions is hiring a Technical Sales Engineer for its particle size reduction equipment line. This remote position involves consultative technical sales across North and South America, requiring expertise in managing complex sales cycles and collaborating with application teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a proven track record in sales within relevant industries.

Benefits

Full benefits

Job stability

Good work/life balance

Bonus potential

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in technical sales or capital equipment.
• Background in selling/supporting particle reduction equipment.
• Ability to work independently and travel up to 60%.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of size reduction product lines and applications.
• Translate technical capabilities into customer-facing solutions.
• Lead responses to RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Technical Sales

Customer Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

MBA or business coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Technical Sales Engineer - Particle Reduction

This position offers full benefits, job stability, a good work/life balance, bonus potential, and a strong base salary. It is with a global leader in engineered solutions for material processing, known for its innovative and high-performing solutions across industries requiring efficient material handling, preparation, and processing. This is a REMOTE position, with the condition that candidates reside near a major airport.

Overview:

A global manufacturer of industrial processing systems is hiring a Technical Sales Engineer to support the growth of its particle size reduction equipment line across North and South America. The role involves consultative technical sales of capital equipment such as hammermills, crushers, lump breakers, and shredders, used in industries like chemical, food processing, biomass, and minerals. Candidates must be comfortable managing complex sales cycles and working hands-on with application teams and customer testing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop deep knowledge of the company’s size reduction product lines and applications.
2. Translate technical capabilities into customer-facing solutions and proposals.
3. Lead responses to RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
4. Collaborate with field sales reps to identify, qualify, and pursue opportunities.
5. Travel to customer sites for presentations, demos, training, and support.
6. Coordinate with testing and engineering teams for customer trials and protocols.
7. Support the design of custom solutions aligned with customer needs.
8. Maintain detailed CRM records of activity, quotes, and correspondence.
9. Troubleshoot customer issues and ensure resolutions.
10. Participate in planning, forecasting, and process improvements.
11. Engage in internal knowledge-sharing and collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Mechanical Engineering preferred); business coursework or MBA a plus.
• 10+ years’ experience in technical sales, capital equipment, or process systems.
• Background in selling/supporting particle or size reduction equipment (e.g., hammermills, crushers, pulverizers, shredders).
• Familiarity with applications in chemicals, biomass, food, minerals, or industrial feedstock.
• Proven success managing complex sales cycles and customer relationships.
• Ability to work independently remotely and travel up to 60%.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Application Instructions:

If interested and qualified, please answer the following questions and send your resume:

1. Why are you seeking a new position?
2. What are your salary requirements?
3. Are you comfortable traveling approximately 50% domestically?
4. Do you have experience with particle reduction technology or similar?

Send your resume and answers to: [e-mail]

Your resume will be kept confidential and not forwarded without permission. If unqualified or not interested, please refer a candidate for a $1000 referral fee.