Business Development Manager - USA

Ansible Motion • Wixom, MI

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About The Position

About Ansible Motion Ansible Motion is a leading provider of Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulators, delivering cutting-edge simulation technology to automotive manufacturers, OEMs, and ADAS developers. Their high-fidelity simulation solutions support vehicle development, testing, and validation, helping clients reduce costs, improve safety, and accelerate innovation. Role Overview We are seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to drive sales of DiL simulation solutions across North America. This role requires a strategic salesperson with an understanding of the automotive industry sales cycle, who has a track record in technical sales within automotive engineering, vehicle development, software, ADAS or similar.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in business development, technical sales, or account management within automotive engineering, simulation, or software industries.
• Established network, or ability to develop a network, within OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and ADAS developers.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both engineering teams and C suite decision-makers.
• Experience managing a high-value, consultative sales cycle.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel across North America for client meetings and industry events.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of vehicle simulation, testing, and validation experience selling DiL simulators, HiL systems, software tools, or related automotive technologies.
• Background in automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, or simulation technology.
• Experience working with vehicle dynamics, ADAS validation, or virtual prototyping solutions.
• Familiarity with automotive development tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, rFpro, CarMaker, dSPACE, or VI-grade).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a sales strategy to expand Ansible Motion’s presence within OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and ADAS developers.
• Identify, engage, and develop relationships with key decision-makers within engineering, R&D, and procurement teams.
• Present and demonstrate Ansible Motion’s DiL simulators, articulating their value proposition in vehicle development, validation, and virtual testing.
• Drive the full sales cycle, from lead generation and proposal development to contract negotiation and deal closure.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure client requirements are fully understood and solutions are tailored accordingly.
• Represent Ansible Motion at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events to generate leads and market awareness.
• Provide regular sales forecasts, market analysis, and competitor insights to inform business strategy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience, with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity for career growth within a much-admired business as it builds its presence in North America.
• discretionary company bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed