Sales Engineer - Industrial Finishing Solutions

Job Description

Sales Engineer – Industrial Finishing Solutions

Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15210 (On-site)

Territory: Pittsburgh and Eastern Ohio

Position Overview

We are looking for a technically skilled and customer-oriented Sales Engineer to expand business across the Pittsburgh and Eastern Ohio region. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in industrial manufacturing, surface preparation, abrasive blasting, or metal finishing processes, along with the ability to develop customer relationships and identify business opportunities.

Candidates with backgrounds in finishing companies, manufacturing facilities, job shops, or supervisory roles such as Production, Warehouse, or Operations Supervisor are encouraged to apply, particularly those with customer-facing experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new sales opportunities within the assigned territory.
• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable industrial finishing products, equipment, and solutions.
• Conduct client visits, facility assessments, product demonstrations, and technical presentations.
• Build relationships with plant managers, manufacturing engineers, operations leaders, and purchasing teams.
• Prepare sales quotations, proposals, and technical recommendations.
• Maintain customer information and sales activities through CRM systems.
• Work with internal departments to support project execution and customer satisfaction.
• Participate in industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings.
• Monitor market developments, emerging technologies, and competitor activities.

Required Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial finishing, or related technical sales.
• Practical knowledge of one or more of the following:
• Abrasive blasting and finishing equipment
• Vibratory finishing systems
• Surface preparation and treatment
• Deburring, polishing, and metal finishing
• Industrial manufacturing processes
• Strong mechanical understanding and technical aptitude.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel within the assigned sales territory.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Background

• Experience with a finishing company, manufacturing facility, or industrial job shop.
• Previous experience as a Production Supervisor, Warehouse Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, or similar professional with exposure to finishing operations.
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows, production efficiency, and process improvement.
• Existing connections within the regional manufacturing industry.
• Technical education, engineering training, or relevant certifications.