Sales Engineer

West Chicago, IL • Direct Hire • October 03, 2025 • 83256

Job Title: Sales Engineer
Job ID: 83256
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


Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.


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

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