Twin Disc Sales Engineer Lufkin, TX

Twin Disc Inc; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Twin Disc Inc is looking for an experienced Sales Engineer to support sales strategies and objectives for their product lines. This position involves working closely with the North American Sales Manager to evaluate customer requirements and ensure successful application of products. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and strong skills in communication, customer analysis, and technical support. Location is preferred within 2 hours of Lufkin, TX or certain locations in Wisconsin, with potential for remote work requiring travel.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, time management, and people skills are essential.
• Experience selling engineering products, especially in the off-highway industrial market is preferred.
• Proficient in critical thinking to resolve customer challenges.

Responsibilities

• Identify sales opportunities through market research and trade shows.
• Collaborate with the North American Sales Manager and other departments.
• Provide technical support to sales, customers, and distributors.

Skills

Sales engineering

Communication

Customer needs analysis

Technical support

Education

Engineering Degree (BS in Mechanical, Agricultural, Electrical or other Engineering Technology)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Salesforce

ERP Systems

Job description

Due to continued growth, we have an opportunity for an experienced Sales Engineer preferred located within 2 hours of Lufkin, TX, alternatively in these Wisconsin locations, Mount Pleasant or Racine. Fully remote work might be possible but would require additional travelling to Twin Disc facilities.

Education

Engineering Degree (BS in Mechanical, Agricultural, Electrical or other Engineering Technology Programs) preferred or equivalent technical knowledge and experience in product application, design, and/or sales/marketing

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the North American Sales Manager, the Sales Engineer will assist the development and execution of sales strategies and objectives for various Twin Disc product lines, as well as other opportunities for Twin Disc products in their assigned territory. This position will be responsible for the evaluation of various customer requirements and the application of Twin Disc products to meet those requirements, while ensuring each application is successful and meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Job Specific Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• CRM expertise such as Salesforce is preferred
• Proficient and working knowledge of ERP Systems and Sales Tracking Tools

Communication Skills

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work with all levels of internal and external organizations
• Strong listening skills with the ability to understand customer needs and utilize existing resources to satisfy them
• Ability to discuss and resolve difficult situations with vendors and customers
• Excellent written and presentation skills, including monthly reporting of sales activity and market data

Technical Requirements

• Knowledge of Twin Disc Industrial Products is preferred; General Understanding of Twin Disc Global Competitors is preferred
• Awareness of all Twin Disc products
• Knowledge of Power Transmission and Driveline Products, Diesel and/or Electric Motor Applications is preferred
• Domestic travel required as appropriate
• Preferred location within 2 hours of Lufkin, TX, alternatively in these Wisconsin locations, Mount Pleasant or Racine. Fully remote work might be possible but would require additional travelling to Twin Disc facilities.

Specialized Knowledge

• Experience selling engineering products, specifically products in the off-highway industrial and mobile working machine market (preferred but not required)

Other Requirements

• Strong organizational, time management, and people skills
• Ability to work in a cross functional team environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Through market research, data mining, trade shows, or other methods, identify sales opportunities for Twin Disc within North America
• Provide application information and technical support to sales, customers, distributors, and manufacturing
• Collaborate with North American Sales Manager and other departments in investigating new applications, target accounts, vertical markets, product enhancements/integration
• Approve applications and accessory requirements, verifying that new units ordered are proper for intended use via analysis and calculation
• Provide liaison between the sales, engineering, and manufacturing, providing input on quality and competitive position
• Assist product management in product planning; gather new product ideas and evaluate their potential
• Research new markets and customers for Twin Disc Products
• Maintain and strengthen customer base, visiting key customers as assigned
• Participate in, and walk trade shows, as assigned

TWIN DISC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.