Sales Engineer I

Sales Engineer I

HiFyve is hiring a Sales Engineer I in the Manufacturing industry!

Salary: $71,000$87,000/year

Shift: 1st Shift Monday-Thursday 6:00 AM-3:00 PM Friday 6:00 AM-12:00 PM

Location: St. Paul, MN

Key Responsibilities:

• Determine material and labor requirements and prepare detailed itemized estimates based on customer RFQs.
• Calculate project costs and prepare estimates for bidding, vendor selection, and cost-effectiveness analysis.
• Consult with customers, vendors, and internal teams to develop estimates and resolve technical or pricing concerns.
• Provide technical support and pricing guidance to sales teams based on customer requirements.
• Analyze customer specifications and recommend optimal product configurations, installation methods, and implementation strategies.
• Estimate project effort, timelines, labor requirements, and resource allocation.
• Review sales proposals for accuracy, completeness, and overall quality.
• Develop and maintain cost control procedures, tools, and documentation to support project budget management.
• Coordinate procurement and cost-related information to support forecasting, risk analysis, and project planning.
• Analyze project and cost data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable ISO standards and company operating procedures.
• Apply technical expertise in manufacturing processes, materials, and cost-estimating methodologies.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong analytical and cost-estimating skills.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and customer requirements.
• Excellent communication skills for working with customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail in project planning, estimating, and proposal development.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software tools.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 24 years of estimating experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing project cost estimates and analyzing technical requirements.
• JobBOSS (ECI) software experience preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and cost-estimating methodologies preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to see and hear effectively, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to frequently move, stand, and walk throughout the workday.
• Frequent use of hands for handling, reaching, touching, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to maintain concentration and accuracy while performing detailed analytical work.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs.