Sales Engineer

For more than 50 years, Crigler Enterprises has been a trusted provider of industrial recycling and material handling equipment throughout the Southeast. We help industrial facilities improve operational efficiency through turnkey recycling systems, including balers, conveyors, shredders, and custom waste-handling solutions. Position Overview Crigler Enterprises is seeking a motivated and technically minded Outside Sales Representative to develop new business opportunities and grow customer relationships throughout the Southeast region. This role is ideal for someone with a background in industrial equipment, manufacturing, engineering, field service, maintenance, automation, or technical sales who enjoys working directly with customers and helping solve operational challenges. Unlike a traditional sales role, this position requires mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand equipment applications, evaluate facility layouts, take measurements, review drawings, and recommend solutions that fit customer needs. What You’ll Do Develop and grow new business opportunities throughout the Southeast territory Build relationships with manufacturing plants, scrap recyclers, distribution centers, warehouses, and packaging facilities Conduct site visits to evaluate customer operations and equipment needs Take measurements, review layouts, and help design equipment solutions Present and sell balers, conveyors, shredders, and complete recycling systems Generate leads through prospecting, industry research, networking, and customer referrals Collaborate with internal teams and manufacturing partners to develop proposals Maintain long-term customer relationships and identify opportunities for account growth What We’re Looking For Experience in industrial equipment, machinery, manufacturing, engineering, technical service, automation, material handling, packaging equipment, heavy equipment, or related industries Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to understand equipment applications Ability to read drawings, layouts, or facility plans Self-motivated with strong prospecting and business development skills Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities Comfortable working independently across a territory Ability to travel approximately 25-30% Preferred Backgrounds We welcome candidates from: Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Operations Packaging Equipment Maintenance & Reliability Technical Sales Commission Program Established top performers have achieved earnings exceeding $150,000+, with senior team members earning substantially more Company-paid business travel expenses Comprehensive training program including vendor and product training Crigler Enterprises offers a competitive benefits package, including: Employee medical coverage with additional family plans 401(k) Long-term financial planning and retirement benefits Location Southeast United States Florida-based candidates are highly encouraged to apply Candidates must be willing to spend time training at company headquarters in the Atlanta, Georgia area during onboarding Why Join Crigler Enterprises? Established company with more than 50 years of industry success Strong manufacturer partnerships Extensive training and mentorship Long-term career opportunity with significant earning potential Opportunity to replace retiring senior sales professionals and build your own territory Additional Job Application Terms This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia. We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search. #J-18808-Ljbffr Crigler Enterprises Inc