Sales Engineer - Mechanical Applications

Mechanical Applications Engineer – Technical SalesUp to $85,000 Base Salary + Performance Incentives • Washington County Area • Direct-HireSALARY & BONUSES: potential to earn up to $85,000 as a starting salary, along with performance incentives and comprehensive corporate benefits.JOB DUTIES: primary responsibilities include 75% technical sales consulting and client interaction, with 25% focus on mechanical system design and engineering quotes.CLIENT ENGAGEMENT: handle 20–25 active technical customer consultations daily using automated tools to swiftly produce proposals, quotes, and return-on-investment data.COMPANY BACKGROUND: established and financially stable manufacturer of thermal and environmental technologies with a 40-year legacy of no layoffs.QUALIFICATIONS: must have a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, be a US citizen or Green Card holder, and reside within a 45-minute commute of Washington County, WI.For mechanical engineers seeking a more dynamic role that emphasizes interpersonal skills over solitary drafting, this direct-hire opportunity provides a stable, professional environment. The employer, a leading manufacturer of sustainable industrial technologies, boasts a 40-year history without layoffs, offering a drama-free workplace focused on autonomy and long-term growth.In this role, you'll use advanced engineering software to streamline the proposal process, allowing you to tackle complex engineering challenges for a global client base. Working in a modern facility, you'll serve as the key technical liaison between clients, sales teams, and manufacturing, benefiting from a market with consistent demand.Daily ResponsibilitiesLead Client Consultations: oversee 20–25 daily technical interactions, providing engineering solutions to client challenges.Specify Custom Systems: design custom equipment packages tailored to client needs using engineering principles.Generate Technical Quotes: use software tools to create accurate quotes, proposals, and ROI models.Perform Value Engineering: analyze blueprints and data to suggest design improvements.Bridge Sales & Production: collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment between quotes and manufacturing timelines.Present to Executives: deliver technical specs and data to advance project approvals.Qualifications & RequirementsEducational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.Experience Needed: 5+ years in mechanical engineering and 2+ years in technical sales or applications engineering.Client Engagement Skills: ability to manage high consultation volumes in a fast-paced environment.Communication Ability: strong written and verbal skills to convey technical information clearly.Work History: track record of stability and career growth with past employers.Location Requirement: reside within a 45-minute commute of Washington County, WI.Preferred SkillsThermal & Fluid Systems Knowledge: experience with heat exchangers, HVAC, or fluid handling equipment.Quoting Tools Proficiency: familiarity with CPQ software or automated engineering configurators.Value Engineering Expertise: ability to analyze energy savings and ROI for industrial equipment.