Sales Engineer

TRIBUS•Poway, CA

11d•$80,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Sales Engineer generates quotes and proposals for work aligned with AM&T’s core competencies and serves as the main point of contact between AM&T and its customers. The role works with all departments to ensure jobs are quoted accurately and provides recurring feedback to management and customers as needed. This is an in-person position in Poway, California, with hours of 7:00 AM–3:30 PM. The posting describes it as full-time, 40 hours per week, and non-exempt (hourly), although its total rewards section calls it exempt (salaried). The salary range is $80,000–$120,000 annually, depending on experience. The position reports to the General Manager. The role requires proficiency with CAD software and Microsoft Office, strong GD&T knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret RFQs, engineering drawings, and material specifications. The person must be organized in handling quotes, purchase orders, and internal handoffs and be willing to assist with varied tasks in a manufacturing setting. A BS in Engineering and relevant manufacturing, machining, quoting, precision engineering, aerospace, ERP, and customer presentation experience are listed as preferred qualifications. The company offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a 401(k) plan with matching; a flexible spending account; life insurance; parental leave; professional development assistance; and an Employee Assistance Program. Access to ITAR-regulated information requires U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency. The position is subject to background, drug, and reference checks.

Requirements

Proficiency with CAD software.
Strong knowledge of GD&T.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Willingness to assist with a variety of tasks in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to interpret RFQs, engineering drawings, and material specifications.
Strong organizational skills to manage quotes, purchase orders, and internal handoffs.
Must be a United States citizen or U.S. permanent resident to access ITAR-regulated information.
Subject to background, drug, and reference checks.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
Experience with manufacturing processes such as heat treating and chemical film, as well as machining processes, materials, and cost drivers.
Experience quoting parts from drawings.
Experience with tight-tolerance parts.
Experience in precision engineering and aerospace.
Understanding of ERP or job-tracking systems.
Ability to prepare and deliver customer presentations or facility tours.

Responsibilities

Evaluate incoming requests for proposals and quotes, including associated technical information and drawings.
Receive and process incoming purchase orders, create appropriate documents, and transfer information to operations.
Maintain and strengthen relationships with current customers.
Manage multiple active quotes and deadlines and follow up with customers.
Serve as the customer point of contact by requesting clarifying information, suggesting alternative materials and methods, and providing progress updates.
Meet with customers and provide facility tours as needed; communicate AM&T’s capabilities and the value it provides.
Prepare and present recurring customer status meetings as required.
Prepare and update sales forecasts and assist with quarterly budget updates.
Work toward goals and KPIs defined by the General Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with Advanced Machining and Tooling policies and procedures.