Sales Engineer

Sales Engineer

We are looking for a dynamic Sales Engineer who is passionate about sales and has a knack for understanding the mechanics of how things work. A Bachelor's degree in engineering is preferred but not required. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience in technical sales, with a preference for those who have worked in capital equipment sales.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Forecast annual, quarterly, and monthly sales goals.
• Present equipment solutions to customers via Microsoft Teams or in person.
• Travel locally and nationally for sales calls as needed.
• Generate quotes and update stages of the sales cycle in the CRM and Quoting Program.
• Read and interpret blueprints and CAD models.

Essential Skills

• 1-3 years of experience in technical sales.
• Ability to read blueprints and CAD models.
• Proficiency in using CRM and Quoting Programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in capital equipment sales is preferred.
• Hands-on experience or hobbies such as woodworking, working on cars, or home remodeling is beneficial.

Work Environment

The company specializes in building tanks, mixers, and industrial equipment. The role involves travel throughout the month, about 10-25%, mostly local with minimal overnight travel. The sales team is collaborative and reports to the Sales Manager.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gurnee, IL.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $31.25/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Gurnee,IL.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

About Actalent: Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.