Sales Engineer

Job Title: Sales Engineer
Job ID: 71924
Location: West Chicago, Illinois

Overview:
Our client is seeking an experienced Sales Engineer to join their team in West Chicago. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of technical sales experience, preferably with a background in industrial or commercial steam boiler/HVAC sales, or mechanical/electrical/chemical sales. This role involves managing extended sales cycles, pursuing and following up on leads, and requires familiarity with governmental emissions regulations. Participation in trade shows and conferences is also a key component of this role. The position involves regular travel within Northern Illinois and surrounding areas, with up to 25% of the time spent on the road.

• Reports to: National Sales Manager

• Status: Full-time

• Working Hours: Varies

• Sales Territory: Greater Chicago Area

What you will be doing:

• Lead development

• Building and maintaining customer relations

• Writing proposals 

• Closing sales deals

• Providing consultative sales expertise

What you must have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business

• 5+ years of technical experience in the industrial field

• Proven success in presenting information to various audiences

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel

• Ability to multi-task effectively

• Basic understanding of thermodynamics

• General knowledge of commercial steam systems

Other Information:
Compensation & Benefits

• Commission-based compensation

• Vehicle allowance

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance package

• Company-provided computer and phone

Physical Demands

• Standing, walking, and sitting for over two-thirds of the time

• Reaching, climbing, and balancing occasionally

• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling one-third to two-thirds of the time

• Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally

• Driving and keyboarding frequently

• Regular travel and reliable attendance are required

For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com