Pressure Vessel Sales Engineer

R-V Industries Inc•Honey Brook Township, PA

48d

About The Position

The Pressure Vessel Sales Engineer supports R-V Industries’ corporate growth initiatives and its ongoing work in ASME Code Markets. The role uses technical knowledge and relationship-building to convert sales opportunities into orders, primarily in the Code Market while retaining flexibility to support other markets. The position develops existing and new customer relationships and helps position R-V Industries for growth in the pressure vessel market. The role is responsible for generating revenue that positively affects the organization’s profitability. It reports directly to the Code Market Area Manager. The position is designated as safety-sensitive.

Requirements

Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to understand customer needs and provide tailored solutions.
Critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
Proficiency with AI tools and applications.
Experience with blueprint reading is required.
Technical knowledge of design, materials, and fabrication.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with ASME pressure vessels.
A two- or four-year technical degree.
Prior sales experience.
Grit and full ownership of outcomes.
Passion for growth, continuous improvement, and education.

Responsibilities

Develop a deep understanding of R-V Industries’ pressure vessel experience and expertise, and stay current with industry trends, standards, and regulations affecting pressure vessel supply.
Work with the Market Area Manager to review and develop business segment strategy and monitor business plan goals and objectives.
Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers, including Purchasing, Engineering, and onsite Operations personnel; travel intermittently to customer offices and production sites.
Present R-V Industries’ technical design and manufacturing capabilities to new and existing customers.
Qualify new opportunities commercially and technically, and review customer drawings and specifications.
Shape opportunity timing, competitive positioning, scope clarity, and next-step commitments.
Clarify customer needs and ensure they are communicated to the internal multidisciplinary team.
Help establish fair-market sales prices and follow corporate proposal review procedures.
Prepare and submit proposals that include the elements needed to satisfy client requests.
Follow up with clients on active proposals and use the results to strategize toward acquiring the maximum volume of work.
Manage and maintain accurate customer information, including contacts, shipping addresses, and invoicing instructions.
Manage and maintain accurate quote information, including projected order dates, probabilities, customer feedback, and forecasts.
Partner with Marketing and other functional teams to develop and launch new services and offerings.
Review actual costing against estimates to evaluate performance.
Assist with reviewing potential new and existing products for development or enhancement.
Attend industry-specific meetings and trade shows as required for networking and team building.
Attend training seminars and continuing education opportunities as necessary or required for professional development.
Perform other duties as required to support corporate sales, service, and support objectives.