Job Summary

A well-established client is seeking a Sales Applications Engineer to join their team! In this role, you'll serve as the critical link between innovative engineering solutions and customer success. You'll apply your technical expertise to solve complex challenges, develop customized proposals, and support the sales process.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mechanical systems, electrical controls, and automation, along with a proven ability to apply that knowledge to real-world problem-solving in customer-facing environments.

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location: Portland, Connecticut

job type: Permanent

salary: $100,000 - 110,000 per year

work hours: 8am to 4pm

education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve technical issues to ensure smooth customer operations and satisfaction.
• Provide expert support through phone, email, and on-site visits, building strong customer relationships.
• Conduct on-site analyses to identify and fix technical problems, optimizing equipment performance.
• Prepare detailed technical solutions, including equipment specs, pricing, and delivery timelines.
• Collaborate with sales teams to convert customer needs into tailored solutions that support sales growth.
• Stay knowledgeable about the company's products, including technical specs, features, and benefits.
• Keep up with industry trends and new technologies to provide the best solutions.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline, with a strong foundation in technical principles.
• Proven ability to leverage in-depth knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical controls, and automation to diagnose and resolve complex, real-world engineering challenges.
• strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with customers, sales teams, and engineering staff.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks), enabling the creation of detailed technical drawings and models.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to plan, execute, and monitor projects to successful completion.
• Experience in the packaging industry, with a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges and solutions is hghly preferred
  
  

Travel: Flexibility and willingness to travel up to 20% to support customer needs

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid time off benefits
• 401K and more!
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 3 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors
  
  

Skills

• Professional Engineer
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.