Inside Sales Engineering Manager – North America (USA/Canada)

Ruhrpumpen, Inc. • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Inside Sales Engineering Manager will lead the Inside Sales Engineering team supporting pump projects across the U.S. and Canada, primarily in oil and gas, power generation, and heavy industrial markets. The role is responsible for delivering technically sound, commercially competitive quotations; guiding complex pump applications; and developing engineers through training and mentorship.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in pump applications engineering, inside sales engineering, project engineering, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pump selection, sizing, mechanical design, and pump industry standards such as API, ANSI, DIN, and ASME.
• Experience with engineered pump systems, industrial projects, and complex quotations.
• Strong commercial acumen, including contracts, negotiations, margins, and risk management.
• U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop the Inside Sales Engineering team.
• Oversee quotation activities and ensure technical accuracy, competitiveness, and timely delivery.
• Act as the technical lead for complex pump applications, selections, and specifications.
• Support sales teams with customer meetings, negotiations, and technical presentations.
• Review high-risk and strategic quotations.
• Drive continuous improvement of processes, tools, training, and team performance.
• Coordinate with sales, product management, procurement, suppliers, and customers throughout the sales cycle.

What This Job Offers

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