Mechanical Engineering Sales Manager

Mechanical Engineering Sales Manager

This full-time, permanent Mechanical Engineering Sales Manager position is a vital role at a growth-oriented, environmentally friendly industrial product manufacturer in Richfield, Wisconsin. For over 40 years, this company has excelled in developing products that significantly reduce pollution and fuel costs, with systems designed to last two decades and often pay for themselves within the first year. The company offers a collaborative work environment free from office politics, modern facilities, full benefits, and a history of job security with no layoffs ever occurring in its history. The role focuses on managing and enhancing the sales application engineering process using up-to-date industry-specific software for automation.

Salary: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage, mentor, and motivate the sales applications engineering staff to achieve optimal performance.

Spend approximately 30% of work hours engaging clients via telephone, handling twenty to twenty-five calls daily.

Manage the Request For Quote process, ensuring timely and accurate responses to customer inquiries.

Conduct regular meetings with the sales applications engineering team to review performance and set objectives.

Provide technical assistance and support to customers, helping them understand the products and resolve any issues.

Review engineering drawings and customer quotes to ensure accuracy and technical compliance.

Apply engineering expertise to the development and customization of company products to meet client needs.

Analyze customer needs and collaborate with sales professionals to provide appropriate, alternative solutions. Minimum Position Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.

At least ten years of experience in management.

Five years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience.

Two years of experience in industrial sales applications.

A strong mechanical aptitude and skill in using industry-specific engineering software.

Legal status to work in the U.S. (citizen or Green Card holder).

Residence within a 45-minute drive of Richfield, Wisconsin. Preferred Qualifications:

Proven experience with combustion systems and their applications.

Experience in environmental or green technologies is highly advantageous.

Exceptional problem-solving skills and the capacity to think creatively to meet customer needs. Skills:

Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively on the phone and in writing.

Leadership skills with a proven track record of successfully managing a technical team.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.

Technical proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings and specifications.

Customer service-oriented approach with a focus on customer satisfaction and the ability to handle complex inquiries. Benefits:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

Generous retirement savings plan.

Incentive programs including bonuses and profit sharing.

Modern office and manufacturing environments.

Stability of employment in a company with a no-layoff history.