Sales Engineer, Abrasive Products & Machinery

head\-huntress.com • Wheeling, IL

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Sales Engineer to join our team, focusing on industrial diamond-based abrasive products and machinery. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between complex technical solutions and customer needs, leveraging their expertise to drive sales, provide exceptional technical support, and build lasting client relationships. Our company takes pride in delivering high quality products and solutions to a diverse array of industries such as photonics, semiconductor, automotive, aerospace, and medical manufacturing. We are a growing, US based mid-sized manufacturer of specialized abrasive products and capital equipment for precision grinding, honing, lapping and polishing applications. We are known for our commitment to quality and innovation. Through our network of foreign subsidiaries and distributors we have a worldwide presence in all major markets. We thrive on tackling unique projects while maintaining a consistent and reliable production of our core product offerings. We are a close-knit team that values collaboration, problem-solving, and professional growth.

Requirements

• Technical knowledge of abrasives machinery and/or application which are grinding, honing and polishes processes.
• Abrasive or industrial machinery background.
• No job hopping history.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver compelling technical presentations and product demonstrations to prospective and existing clients, clearly articulating how our solutions can improve their processes, lower costs, or increase productivity.
• Consult with customers, sales teams, and engineers to assess specific equipment and system requirements, and recommend improved materials or machinery tailored to their needs.
• Plan and modify product configurations to meet specific customer demands and provide expert post-sale support and troubleshooting for any product-related issues with installed equipment.
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities, managing the entire sales cycle from initial engagement to securing and renewing orders.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers (both technical and procurement) at customer sites and within the distribution network.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and gather customer feedback to inform product development and marketing teams on alignment of sales strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, sales activities, forecasts, and market feedback using CRM software and other sales tracking tools.
• Travel frequently (up to 50-75% of the time, as required) to customer locations, trade shows, and industry events.

What This Job Offers

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