Sales Engineering

Experience should go beyond theoretical knowledge and include direct involvement in furnace operation, process optimization, troubleshooting, maintenance, within specialty metals production environments. Preferred candidates will have backgrounds in operations, process engineering, or maintenance leadership within facilities producing high-performance alloys, aerospace-grade materials, titanium, nickel-based superalloys, or specialty steels.

Relocation assistance may be offered for the ideal candidate.

This position combines strong business development with strategic account ownership. You will target superalloy and advanced metallurgical operationsbuilding pipeline, securing new accounts, and growing them into high-value partnerships.

owning demand generation, pipeline creation, new customer acquisition, and account growth for Leybold's vacuum and engineered solutions portfolio. Identify and win new customers in specialty steel, alloy, and metallurgical markets

Generate pipeline through outreach, networking, plant visits, and referrals

Penetrate competitor-held accounts and position Leybold as the preferred partner

Technical Sales & Solution Positioning

Lead technical discussions on vacuum systems and metallurgical applications

Position solutions for melting, degassing, and secondary metallurgy

Translate customer needs into technical and commercial proposals

Manage the full sales cycle through close

Field Engagement & Customer Acquisition

Conduct regular on-site visits to facilities and melt shops

Build relationships with plant, engineering, and technical leaders

Support system start-ups and early customer success

Convert initial wins into long-term partnerships

Pipeline & Territory Management

Maintain a strong, self-generated pipeline with clear visibility

Monitor competitors, market trends, and project cycles

Provide accurate, data-driven forecasts

Partner with Engineering and Service teams on tailored solutions

Share market insights to support strategic decision-making

515 years of experience in technical sales, applications engineering, or metallurgical/process engineering

• Experience selling capital equipment or engineered systems into industrial markets
• Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 5070%) across the region

Comfortable with cold outreach, rejection, and extended sales cycles

does not rely on inbound leads or existing accounts

Competitive, results-driven, and energized by building territories from zero

Strong ownership mindset over territory performance and outcomes

Familiarity with specialty steels, alloys, casting, and secondary metallurgy

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

High-energy individual with strong curiosity and execution focus

Ability to work autonomously from a home-office environment

Mechanical, vacuum, or fluid systems aptitude is a plus

Military veterans encouraged to apply; Navy nuclear experience strongly preferred

We invest in your long-term success through individualized development pathways, global career opportunities, and advanced technical training via our internal academy.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid vacation, sick time, and holidays; short- and long-term disability; and relocation assistance, where applicable.

is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Veterans.

• LI-Remote
• This remote role involves frequent travelincluding overnight and multi-day domestic and international trips. The employee may be exposed to mechanical parts, outdoor conditions, fumes, and occasional risks like electrical shock, vibration, and loud noise.

Occasional tasks include typing, dialing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching. Frequent computer use and visual acuityincluding close, color, distance, depth perception, and focus adjustmentare essential.