Sales Engineer / Account Manager – Central & Southern Missouri Territory
About The Position
Illinois Electric Works (IEW) is a leading EASA-certified motor repair, field service, and equipment solutions provider serving industrial, utility, steel, chemical, and municipal customers across the Midwest. IEW is seeking an experienced and driven Sales Engineer / Account Manager to support and grow our customer base throughout Central and Southern Missouri. This role blends technical expertise with relationship-based selling to provide industrial customers with electric motor repair, drives, pumps, gearboxes, field service, and related solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated professional who enjoys working directly with customers, solving equipment challenges, and building long-term partnerships in an industrial environment.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in industrial or technical sales (rotating equipment, electrical/mechanical services, motors, drives, pumps, or similar strongly preferred)
- Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills
- Highly organized, self-driven, and comfortable working independently in a territory role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CRM experience a plus
- Valid driver’s license with ability to travel within territory
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Manage and grow assigned customer accounts across Central and Southern Missouri
- Develop new business opportunities within industrial, manufacturing, utility, and commercial sectors
- Serve as a technical advisor to customers, understanding applications and recommending repair or replacement solutions
- Conduct customer site visits to identify service and equipment needs
- Prepare quotes and proposals in coordination with internal service and engineering teams
- Build strong relationships with maintenance, engineering, and purchasing contacts
- Track opportunities, customer activity, and forecasts in CRM or internal systems
- Meet or exceed sales revenue and margin goals
Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus commission/bonus plan
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (if applicable)
- Ongoing training and career development
- Support from an experienced operations and technical team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
