Inside Sales Applications Engineer

Komline Sanderson • Rockford, IL

8d • $105,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Inside Sales Applications Engineer (Inside Sales) will collaborate closely with the sales team to comprehend customer needs, provide cost estimation, recommendation of appropriate solutions, and develop detailed technical proposals for customized machining solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in machine cost estimating or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated skills in mechanical design, including knowledge of mechanical systems and principles
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite; Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with drafting software such as AutoCAD
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve detailed issues
• Ability to prioritize competing priorities to meet expectations of stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Salesforce
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and comprehensive written quotes for products
• Perform preliminary system sizing quotations of custom machinery including filter tank volumes, pump sizing, and temperature control units
• Contact suppliers to obtain key component pricing
• Accompany Sales Representatives to customer sites to gather detailed project information
• Utilize technical knowledge to clarify terminology and supply or obtain missing information from Sales Representatives
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to incorporate their inputs into quotations and coordinate pricing for proposals
• Assist in creating proposal drawings as needed
• Conduct special projects such as market studies, product analysis, marketing communications, and promotional activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level