Sales Engineer

Sales Engineer

i3D Manufacturing is a production-focused metal additive manufacturing partner, delivering high-quality, repeatable parts for demanding industries. We are seeking a Sales Engineer to serve as the technical link between our customers and internal teams, helping translate real-world applications into scalable AM solutions. This position reports directly to the Director of Business Development.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Account Executives to identify and qualify metal AM opportunities.
• Lead technical discussions to understand application requirements, materials, and production goals.
• Translate customer needs into practical, production-ready solutions.
• Assist with RFQ activities related to post-processing operations and manufacturing requirements.

Solution Development

• Evaluate part suitability and provide Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) guidance.
• Support development of scalable workflows (primarily LPBF), including feasibility, build strategy, and cost considerations.
• Contribute to clear, data-driven proposals and estimates.

Customer Engagement

• Deliver technical presentations, sample reviews, and proof-of-concept builds.
• Act as a reliable technical point of contact throughout the sales cycle.
• Liaise with customer engineering teams and internal i3D engineers to support project alignment and technical communication.
• Organize and coordinate technical meetings between customers and i3D engineering teams.
• Build trust through responsive, solutions-oriented support.

Collaboration & Execution

• Work closely with applications, production, and engineering teams to ensure alignment with manufacturing capabilities.
• Provide actionable customer feedback to improve processes and offerings.
• Support development of application content and case studies.

Post-Sales Support

• Assist with onboarding and early production ramp-up.
• Help troubleshoot build and application challenges with internal teams.
• Support long-term customer success and adoption.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of experience in technical sales, application engineering, or additive manufacturing
• Familiarity with DfAM principles and part screening for additive.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Self-driven with a sense of ownership and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to support team members and shared goals.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of LPBF and metal AM materials (e.g., titanium, nickel alloys, stainless steels).
• Familiarity with DfAM principles and part screening for additive.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Working knowledge of metal AM (LPBF), including build prep, post-processing, and inspection
• Ability to assess part suitability and apply DfAM principles
• Familiarity with common AM materials (titanium, nickel alloys, stainless steels)
• Strong technical problem-solving and understanding of key cost drivers
• Clear communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Effective cross-functional collaboration
• Self-driven with strong ownership and initiative
• Continuous learning mindset with emerging leadership and team support skills